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Upcoming Changes to Michigan Labor Laws: What Your Business Needs to Know

Significant legal changes are on the horizon for Michigan businesses. The Michigan Supreme Court has ruled on updates to the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) and the Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act (IWOWA), which will affect all businesses operating in the state. Understanding these changes and preparing your business is crucial.

To help you navigate these updates, we invite you to join the Alliance Roundtable. This event features insights from local experts Jacob Lynch and Tony Flaminio, who will discuss the implications of the court ruling and what it means for employers.

Event Details:

When: Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Where: Pine Grove Country Club, 1520 W Hughitt St., Iron Mountain, MI

Why Attend?

Navigating legal changes can be challenging, but preparation is key. This roundtable will provide:

Expert Analysis: Gain insights from professionals familiar with Michigan’s labor laws.

Actionable Guidance: Learn practical steps to ensure your business complies with new requirements.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with other business leaders facing similar challenges.

RSVP Today!

Space is limited, so RSVP by Thursday, January 1, 2025, at bit.ly/ESTA-IWOWA.

Staying informed about legal changes is essential for protecting your business and employees. Take advantage of this opportunity to get ahead of the curve.

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Supporting Housing Development in Michigan: Key Tools from MSHDA

As Michigan communities grow, accessible and affordable housing remains essential for sustained economic development. The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) offers innovative programs that can make a significant difference for developers, local authorities, and community planners. Two standout initiatives—MI Neighborhood 2.0 and Housing Tax Increment Financing (TIF)—are currently available to support housing projects across the state.

 

MI Neighborhood 2.0 Grant Program
This program, blending state and federal funding, is designed to respond to regional action plans aligned with Michigan’s Statewide Housing Plan. The grant supports various components of housing activity, such as strengthening neighborhood infrastructure and enhancing quality of life.

Why It Matters:
Strategic alignment with local needs
Flexible funding to address unique housing challenges
Opportunities for community-driven growth

Applications are open. Visit michigan.gov/mshda/neighborhoods for more information and to apply.

 

Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for Housing
MSHDA’s TIF program empowers local brownfield redevelopment authorities to capture tax revenues and fund affordable housing initiatives. By leveraging this tool, communities can create and preserve essential housing infrastructure, meeting diverse regional needs.

Key Benefits:
Supports affordable housing projects in underutilized areas
Enhances local redevelopment efforts
Aligns with statewide housing priorities for a broader impact

Learn more: michigan.gov/mshda/tif

 

A Collaborative Future for Housing in Michigan
At the Dickinson Area Economic Development Alliance, these tools provide invaluable opportunities for our region’s growth. MSHDA’s programs are not just about housing—they’re about building more robust, vibrant communities.

Stay informed and take action. Explore how these initiatives can benefit your projects and strengthen our region’s future.

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Upcoming Changes to Michigan Labor Laws: What Your Business Needs to Know

Significant legal changes are on the horizon for Michigan businesses. The Michigan Supreme Court has ruled on updates to the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) and the Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act (IWOWA), which will affect all businesses operating in the state. Understanding these changes and preparing your business is crucial.

To help you navigate these updates, we invite you to join the Alliance Roundtable. This event features insights from local experts Jacob Lynch and Tony Flaminio, who will discuss the implications of the court ruling and what it means for employers. Space is limited, so RSVP by Thursday, January 1, 2025.

Event Details

When: Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Where: Pine Grove Country Club, 1520 W Hughitt St., Iron Mountain, MI
RSVP at  bit.ly/ESTA-IWOWA

Why Attend?
Navigating legal changes can be challenging, but preparation is key. This roundtable will provide:

Expert Analysis: Gain insights from professionals familiar with Michigan’s labor laws.

Actionable Guidance: Learn practical steps to ensure your business complies with new requirements.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with other business leaders facing similar challenges.

Staying informed about legal changes is essential for protecting your business and employees. Take advantage of this opportunity to get ahead of the curve.

 

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Department of Labor’s Overtime Rule Vacated

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas vacated the Department of Labor’s overtime rule that significantly increased the salary threshold. This ruling applies nationwide.

In its ruling, the court criticized the rule’s rise in the salary threshold level as displacing the duties test for white-collar exemptions by being too steep.

In light of the court’s decision, the minimum salary threshold is once again set to $35,568, and the threshold for “highly compensated employees” (those employees subject to a more streamlined “duties test”) is set to $107,432.

Please contact your HR professional or attorney for further questions and assistance.

You can read more about the ruling in this article from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) here.