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 March 6, 2026
The Governor gave her final State of the State, and MCC provided support for legislation to limit children from accessing AI chatbots that mimic human relationships. Plus, an encouraging report on the number of Michiganders who are expected to become Catholic this Easter.
Lansing Update / Posted February 13, 2026
The process to pass the next state budget began this week. Read more on the Governor’s proposals regarding MCC priorities such as nonpublic schools and helping mothers and children. Plus, MCC offered support to improve education choice for public school parents, and more.
Lansing Update / Posted January 30, 2026
During this Catholic Schools Week, MCC shares how its advocacy delivered millions in state funding to support our Catholic schools. Plus, MCC-supported legislation to fight human trafficking received unanimous support, and dates are set for the next executive budget recommendation and State of the State address.