FARMINGTON HILLS, Michigan, Jan. 24 (TNSres) -- The American Concrete Institute Foundation issued the following news release: The ACI Foundation has created a new Fellowship in honor of Kenneth C. Hover. His past and present teaching, communication, research, and consulting activities have positively influenced several thousands of individuals in the concrete industry community and enhanced our knowledge about concrete. The ACI Foundation recently received $50,000 in seed money from generous  more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 24 (TNSrep) -- The Altarum Institute issued the following data brief (No. 140) in January 2023 entitled "New Jersey Residents Struggle to Afford High Healthcare Costs - Worry About Affording Healthcare in the Future - Support Government Action Across Party Lines." Here are excerpts: * * * Key Findings A survey of more than 1,100 New Jersey adults, conducted from October 2 to October 24, 2022, found that: * Nearly 3 in 5 (57%) experienced at least one healthcare aff more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 25 (TNSrep) -- The Altarum Institute issued the following data brief (No. 141) in January 2023 entitled "New Jersey Residents Worried About High Drug Costs - Support a Range of Government Solutions." Here are excerpts: * * * Conclusion The high burden of healthcare and prescription drug affordability, along with high levels of support for change, suggests that elected leaders and other stakeholders need to make addressing this consumer burden a top priority. Moreove more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 24 (TNSrep) (TNScapv) -- The Altarum Institute issued the following data brief (No. 142) in January 2023 entitled "New Jersey Residents Worry About High Hospital Costs - Have Difficulty Estimating Quality/Cost of Care - And Express Bipartisan Support for Government Action." Here are excerpts: * * * Conclusion The findings from this poll suggest that New Jersey respondents are somewhat motivated when it comes to searching for hospital cost and quality information to  more PR

DETROIT, Michigan, Jan. 28 (TNSgov) -- The Detroit Regional Chamber issued the following news release: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's State of the State address touched on several long-time Detroit Regional Chamber priorities, including economic development, postsecondary education, and Michigan's infrastructure. The biggest question will be how the Legislature decides to spend its projected $9.2 billion surplus, and how that impacts Michigan's long-term fiscal standing and business climate. Efforts  more PR

MIDLAND, Michigan, Jan. 26 (TNSgov) -- The Mackinac Center for Public Policy issued the following news release on Jan. 25, 2023: Defending worker freedom, creating a sound business climate and expanding government transparency at all levels are just a few of the Mackinac Center for Public Policy's priorities for 2023. The Center's recommendations for policymakers may provide some counterpoints to the agenda Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will outline tonight in her "State of the State" address. Mackinac more PR

MIDLAND, Michigan, Jan. 25 (TNSgov) -- The Mackinac Center for Public Policy issued the following news release on Jan. 24, 2023: Bursch Law and the Mackinac Center Legal Foundation filed an appeal to Hile v. State of Michigan yesterday, continuing a challenge to Michigan's antiquated and discriminatory Blaine amendment. The appeal was filed at the United States Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit. The lawsuit was first brought in September 2021 on behalf of five families seeking to use funds t more PR

MIDLAND, Michigan, Jan. 27 (TNSrpt) -- The Mackinac Center for Public Policy issued the following news release on Jan. 26, 2023: The highest quality research on prison education and workforce programs shows a positive impact on recidivism rates, earnings and employment opportunities for participants. The Mackinac Center for Public Policy released a summary of this research -- the largest meta-analysis on the topic to date. The complete analysis will be published in an academic journal later thi more PR

MIDLAND, Michigan, Jan. 26 (TNSgov) -- The Mackinac Center for Public Policy issued the following news release on Jan. 25, 2023: In her fifth State of the State address, Gov. Whitmer chose to give preferential treatment to select groups, rather than providing a level playing field for all. The governor also proposed seven expansions and just one limitation on government. The Mackinac Center for Public Policy has tallied government expansions and limitations in every State of the State address s more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 26 (TNSpp) -- The Michigan Health and Hospital Association issued the following news release: The Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA) and its member hospitals and health systems contributed a combined total of $45,000 toward the 2022 Michigan Harvest Gathering in an effort to combat food insecurity throughout the state. The annual campaign organized by the Food Bank Council of Michigan concluded Jan. 25 at the Michigan State Capitol with a luncheon and check pre more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 28 (TNStalk) -- The Michigan League for Public Policy issued the following statement on Jan. 26, 2023: * * * The Michigan League for Public Policy issued the following statement on the Court of Appeals decision that upheld the 2018 Legislature's move to block popular proposals on minimum wage and paid leave from appearing on the ballot. The statement can be attributed to League president and CEO Monique Stanton. "We're disappointed that the Court of Appeals determined  more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 26 (TNStalk) -- The Michigan League for Public Policy issued the following statement on Jan. 25, 2023: * * * The Michigan League for Public Policy issued the following statement on Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's 2023 State of the State address tonight. It can be attributed to League President and CEO Monique Stanton. "Tonight Gov. Gretchen Whitmer outlined a plan that truly centers the people of Michigan--workers, families and kids--and we're applauding the fact that she's fo more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 25 (TNStalk) -- The Michigan League for Public Policy issued the following statement on Jan. 24, 2023: * * * The Michigan League for Public Policy issued the following statement on the Michigan Senate Housing and Human Services Committee hearing today on Senate Bill 3, sponsored by Sen. Kristen McDonald Rivet, to increase the state Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) to 30% of the federal credit. The statement can be attributed to League President and CEO Monique Stanton.  more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 28 (TNStalk) -- The Michigan League for Public Policy issued the following statement on Jan. 26, 2023: * * * The Michigan League for Public Policy issued the following statement on the Michigan House of Representatives' bipartisan passage of House Bill 4002, sponsored by Rep. Nate Shannon, to increase the state Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) to 30% of the federal credit and make the increase retroactive to tax year 2022. The bill passed with an overwhelming majority, a more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 27 (TNStalk) -- The Michigan League for Public Policy issued the following statement on Jan. 26, 2023: * * * The Michigan League for Public Policy issued the following statement on the Michigan Senate's passage of Senate Bill 3, sponsored by Sen. Kristen McDonald Rivet, to increase the state Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) to 30% of the federal credit and make the increase retroactive to tax year 2022. The statement can be attributed to League President and CEO Monique  more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 27 (TNSjou) -- The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws issued the following news release on Jan. 26, 2023: The percentage of US adults who self-report engaging in driving under the influence of alcohol or other controlled substances is decreasing, according to data published in the journal Addictive Behaviors. Researchers affiliated with Michigan State University and with the University of Michigan assessed drugged driving prevalence among a nati more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 27 (TNStalk) -- Progress Michigan, an organization that says it holds public officials and government accountable and assist in the promotion of progressive ideas, issued the following statement on Jan. 25, 2023: * * * Progress Michigan Executive Director Lonnie Scott released the following statement regarding Governor Gretchen Whitmer's 2023 State of the State address. "To put it simply: what we heard tonight from Gov. Whitmer will be a game changer for so many workin more PR

HOOVER, Alabama, Jan. 27 (TNSpp) -- The National Association of School Resource Officers issued the following school resource officer success story: The school resource officer ran directly from her office to the scene of a large fight at the Michigan high school. Intent on backing up a security guard and protecting students from further harm, she didn't even take time to grab her radio. The security guard had requested assistance because as many as seven students were fighting that day in Nov more PR

ROYAL OAK, Michigan, Jan. 27 (TNStalk) -- Education Trust-Midwest issued the following statement on Jan. 25, by Executive Director Amber Arellano: * * * "We applaud Gov. Whitmer's focus on investing in the expansion of tutoring opportunities for students who have experienced unfinished learning during the pandemic. Research is clear that targeted intensive tutoring is among the most effective ways for students to accelerate their learning. We look forward to seeing details of the administratio more PR

KEWEENAW, Michigan, Jan. 28 (TNSpp) -- The Nature Conservancy issued the following news release: The Nature Conservancy in Michigan (TNC)-a global conservation organization committed to building a future where people and nature both thrive - held its first public meeting since purchasing the Keweenaw Heartlands. The meeting, held at the Keweenaw Mountain Lodge on Wednesday, January 25, served to update the community on the project and outline next steps. "It was heartwarming to see so many peo more PR