Lansing Update publishes on Fridays when the Michigan Legislature is in session and chronicles legislative activity of interest to Michigan Catholic Conference. Join the Catholic Advocacy Network to receive Lansing Update in your inbox.
Lansing Update / Posted February 28, 2025
Retiring Archbishop Allen Vigneron, who has chaired the MCC Board for the past 16 years, was formally recognized by the board in his last meeting as chair. Plus, the Governor gives her latest State of the State and updates on legislation that MCC supports.
Lansing Update / Posted February 14, 2025
MCC welcomed a new Detroit archbishop this week, who will also chair the MCC board. Also, read a new comprehensive report on MCC’s advocacy activities over the past two years.
Lansing Update / Posted February 7, 2025
The Governor this week kicked off the initial step in the state budget process as her spending proposal was presented before the House and Senate Appropriations committees. Read more about where nonpublic schools and funding for mothers in need stand in this initial proposal.
Lansing Update / Posted January 31, 2025
This week marked both School Choice Week and Catholic Schools Week, which was also meant an opportunity for one high school senior to explain why Catholic education was the right choice for her. Plus, the Catholic bishops who serve in Michigan signed a joint pastoral note expressing their support and solidarity with immigrants.
Lansing Update / Posted January 24, 2025
The new legislative session is underway, which means MCC is again presenting its public policy platform to new lawmakers through its publication A Blueprint for the Common Good. Also this week, a time to pray for life as the March for Life takes place in Washington.