Each Tuesday morning, the SWCRC sends out an informative email newsletter with information on legislation and policy impacting our regional employers and workforce. Additionally, the email includes upcoming events and opportunities to engage in critical policy matters. Signup to receive these emails using the below button.
The SWCRC Public Policy Committee strives to educate our membership and general public as to present and propose government policy and legislative acts that positively effect the overall business climate and to communicate and interact with our fellow business associations, elected and appointed government officials and media on legislative and policy initiatives.
Chairman: Dennis Danville,
YEO & YEO CPA
Staff Liaison: Ronald J. Hinrichs,
SWCRC President & CEO
rhinrichs@swcrc.com
The SWCRC Public Policy Committee is made up of SWCRC members and community leaders who are passionate about serving our Downriver business community in a dynamic way. If you are interested in joining the committee, please contact Ron Hinrichs: rhinrichs@swcrc.com.
The SWCRC Public Policy Committee meets every first Monday of the month at 8:30 AM at the SWCRC office, located at 20904 Northline in Taylor.
The Committee discusses a wide variety of issues impacting our membership. The Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber works to support our members by providing policy advocacy support on the key issues impacting your business. If you have an advocacy request, please fill out the following form. Your request will be submitted to the SWCRC Public Policy Committee for consideration and review. Final decisions regarding all policy advocacy requests are determined by the SWCRC Board of Directors.
The SWCRC hosts monthly legislative and business forums to discuss the key issues impacting your business. Forum speakers include our U.S. Senators and representatives in Congress, State lawmakers, County lawmakers and leaders, along with local leaders. Forums include a breakfast or lunch, and are typically held the 4th Monday of the month, though depending on the speaker’s schedule. Upcoming monthly forums can be found on our events calendar.
“The poor condition of Michigan’s roadways and bridges continues to have a detrimental impact on the southern Wayne County and Downriver business community. Our membership of large and small business, for profit and nonprofit, expect and deserve roadways that provide a pathway to success for their organization. As the Body representing Downriver’s and southern Wayne County’s employers and community investors, we urge Michigan’s Legislature and Governor to work together toward creating a strong legislative solution to fix Michigan’s roads and bridges…”
April, 2025 – Advocacy Efforts for Smart, Predictable, and Transparent Trade Policy
March, 2026 – Line 5 Pipeline Permitting and Project Update with partners from Enbridge Energy
February, 2026 – Discussion on 2026 County-wide transit system ballot proposal
January, 2026 – Discussion on FY 2024 State Budget projects de-funding by the House Appropriations Committee with State Rep. Jim DeSana
November, 2025 – Discussion on House Bills 4693 and 4692 focused on easing regulations on cosmetology schools and certain licensee regulations on professionals and small business owners
October, 2025 – Discussion on the approved FY 25-26 State Budget and State program funding including the Going PRO Talent Fund
September, 2025 – Discussion with MI State Senate Candidate
August, 2025 – Finalize 2026-2027 SWCRC Advocacy Priorities Agenda
June, 2025 – Discussion of Mackinac Policy Conference and Review of Letters Re: Michigan SB 6-7
May, 2025 – Legislation (SB 6-7 of 2025) Introduced to implement new stipulations on independent contracting in Michigan, require what is being called “wage transparency,” and further criminalize employers with potential prison sentences for “wage and hour violations.”
April, 2025 – Infrastructure upgrades and an overview of the Michigan House Republican Caucus road funding plan.
March, 2025 – Michigan Legislation to Protect the 340B Healthcare Funding for Critical Care Programs in our Region
February, 2025 – Review of work on Earned Sick Time Act, Tip Credit/Minimum Wage Law
January, 2025 – Open discussion on CTA BOI Reporting, and review of Michigan “lame duck” session.
November, 2024 – Discussion on the proposed Brownfield Redevelopment Legislation introduced and being considered in the Michigan Legislature
October, 2024 – Continuation of Meet the Candidate discussions with MSU Trustee candidate Mike Balow. Continued discussion on State legislation impacting paid leave and minimum wage with State Rep. Jamie Thompson.
August, 2024 – Continuation of Meet the Candidate discussions with non-incumbent State House candidates. Continued discussion on proposed State legislation impacting paid leave.
June, 2024 – Continuation of Meet the Candidate discussions with non-incumbent State House candidates.
May, 2024 – Continuation of Meet the Candidate discussions with new candidates and challengers for public office.
April, 2024 – Review and recommendations of SWCRC 2024-2025 Policy and Advocacy Priorities.
March, 2024 – Overview of proposed Michigan independent contractor legislation, and proposed mandate on employers to disclose paid sick leave policy upon an offer of employment. Q & A with candidate for State office.
February, 2024 – Proposed Federal Utility-Style Regulations on Internet Service Providers
January, 2024 – Review of the proposed Michigan Family Leave Optimal Benefits Coverage Act
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