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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Michigan Newsletter for Sunday March 15, 2020 ( 34 items )  

'Everytown's Biden Endorsement Is All Gun Owners Need to Know,' Says Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms
BELLEVUE, Washington, March 10 -- The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms issued the following news release: The campaign endorsement of former Vice President Joe Biden by Everytown for Gun Safety--the gun prohibition lobbying group bankrolled by anti-gun billionaire Michael Bloomberg--is "All gun owners need to know about the man who wants to be their next president," the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms said. The Associated Press reported Everytown's   more

ACLU of Michigan: Civil Rights Coalition Welcomes Detroit Water Restart Plan During Threat of Coronavirus
DETROIT, Michigan, March 10 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan issued the following news release on March 9: A coalition of civil rights attorneys and organizations that petitioned the Governor to end the Detroit water shutoffs welcomes today's announcement that water service will be restored for thousands of Detroit families while COVID-19 remains a threat. As elected officials recognize the risk of a public health emergency for residents whose water has been terminated, this co  more

American Concrete Institute Honors Outstanding Contributions to the Industry
FARMINGTON HILLS, Michigan, March 11 -- The American Concrete Institute issued the following news release: The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to recognize several professionals, groups, and companies for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. The 2020 honorees include the induction of Honorary Members, ACI's highest honor, which recognizes persons of eminence in the field of the Institute's interest, or one who has performed extraordinary   more

American Farm Bureau Federation: Top Food & Ag Groups Release Consumer Research Measuring Market Potential for Gene-Edited Products
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, March 11 -- The American Farm Bureau Federation issued the following news release: The FMI Foundation in partnership with the American Seed Trade Association, the American Farm Bureau Federation, and the Farm Foundation, released a consumer research study measuring market potential for gene-edited products. The nationwide survey examined U.S. consumers beliefs, awareness, and understanding of gene editing in food and agriculture, and their willingness-to-pay for gene-edite  more

American Heart Association: 8 Social Entrepreneurs Receive Funding to Break Down Health Barriers
DALLAS, Texas, March 12 -- The American Heart Association issued the following news release: The American Heart Association is making eight new investments in organizations committed to breaking down social and economic barriers that prevent people from living healthy lives. Currently operating in Chicago, Boston and Flint, Michigan, the Association's Social Impact Fund empowers communities with localized resources to change their own trajectory of health and well-being. Investments by the Ame  more

American Human Rights Council Calls on Merchants Not to Gouge Customers, Commends
DEARBORN, Michigan, March 14 -- The American Human Rights Council issued the following news release: The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) is very alarmed by merchants and businesses taking advantage of the panic of customers to increase prices without justification. Gouging customers in these extraordinary times is unacceptable. AHRC commends Dana Nassel, Michigan's Attorney General, for her leadership in warning merchants not to gouge customers. AHRC urges the public to report price   more

American Human Rights Council Recognizes International Women's Day, March 8
DEARBORN, Michigan, March 9 -- The American Human Rights Council issued the following news release: March 8 of each year is a day that is observed around the world as International Women's Day. On this occasion, the world reaffirms the respect owed to all women in the world. The yearly recognition reaffirms the appreciation owed to all women in the world for their immense contributions to all humanity. On this day, the American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) salutes women and their struggle fo  more

American Human Rights Council Urges High Turnout for Michigan's Presidential Primary on Tuesday, March 10, 2020-Vote Smart
DEARBORN, Michigan, March 10 -- The American Human Rights Council issued the following news release: The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) calls on all registered and eligible to vote to turn out to vote on Tuesday, March 10, 2020. Voting Polls will open at 7:00 AM and will remain open until 8:00 PM. AHRC encourages all Michigan residents to cast a smart and informed vote. The Tuesday, March 10 primary in Michigan does not require party registration. AHRC calls upon community members to  more

American Human Rights Council, CAC Joins State Lawmakers in Calling for 90-Day Moratorium on Evictions, Foreclosures, Utility Shut-Offs Proposed 90-Day Moratorium in Response to Coronavirus Crisis
DEARBORN, Michigan, March 14 -- The American Human Rights Council issued the following news release: As more cases of the coronavirus is reported in Michigan, Michigan State Representatives Isaac Robinson (Detroit) and Jewell Jones (Inkster) are calling on the Michigan Legislature to pass an immediate moratorium on evictions, foreclosures and utility shut-offs. The legislation would place a 90-day moratorium on evictions, foreclosures and utility-shut-offs. Leaders and advocates supporting mor  more

Detroit Medical Center Names New CEO at Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital
DETROIT, Michigan, March 11 -- The Detroit Medical Center issued the following news release: Detroit Medical Center has appointed David S. McEwen as chief executive officer for Huron Valley Sinai Hospital. The appointment is effective March 30. McEwan has more than 25 years of experience as a healthcare executive. He comes to the DMC from Mercy Health Saint Mary's in Grand Rapids, where he served as chief operating officer. In that role he was responsible for all clinical, ancillary and suppor  more

Dominican Representative to the UN Addresses Women's Rights and Issues
ADRIAN, Michigan, March 10 -- Adrian Dominican Sisters issued the following news: Women have seen great progress in their rights through the years, but much work still needs to be done toward gender equality and empowerment. That was the assessment of Adrian Dominican Sister Durstyne Farnan, OP, Dominican representative at the United Nations, as she contemplated the status of women ahead of March 8, 2020, International Women's Day. Since being selected recently by the Dominican Sisters Confer  more

Florida Farm Bureau: Tools for Managing Stress on the Farm
GAINESVILLE, Florida, March 12 -- The Florida Farm Bureau issued the following news: The life of a farmer includes a substantial degree of stress. Variable weather conditions, market trends and a multitude of other forces impose challenging demands. To help farmers and their families manage stress, Florida Farm Bureau Federation has created a Quick Link that includes a number of resources available for anyone who needs them. Visit the Quick Links menu on the Federation website and click on Cop  more

Food & Water Watch: We Need Country-Wide Moratorium on Water Shutoffs Amid Coronavirus
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The Food and Water Watch issued the following statement: * * * - Before Michigan vote tomorrow, all presidential candidates should voice public support * * * In response to growing threats from COVID-19, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Detroit officials announced the 'Coronavirus Water Restart Plan' to restore water service to all Detroit residents through an assistance program and payment plan. Food & Water Action (FWA) supports the decision to halt water sh  more

How NSF International is Addressing Coronavirus Disease 2019
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, March 14 -- NSF International issued the following news release: These are uncertain and anxious times, so we want to assure you that NSF International is taking proactive steps to minimize the spread of COVID-19. Our first priority is protecting the health and safety of our colleagues, clients and committee members while still providing valuable public health services to protect the food we eat, the water we drink, the air we breathe and the products we use. In February 2  more

Institute for Advanced Study: Paper Sheds Light on Infant Universe and Origin of Matter
PRINCETON, New Jersey, March 12 -- The Institute for Advanced Study issued the following news release on March 10: * * * - New Study from Researchers at IAS and University of Michigan * * * A new study, conducted to better understand the origin of the universe, has provided insight into some of the most enduring questions in fundamental physics: How can the Standard Model of particle physics be extended to explain the cosmological excess of matter over antimatter? What is dark matter? And wh  more

Job Creators Network Reacts to Bernie Sanders' Decision to Stay in Race
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Job Creators Network issued the following news release: Bernie Sanders announced that he is staying in the presidential race, even after losing the Michigan primary. Alfredo Ortiz, President and CEO the Job Creators Network, released the following statement: "By pressing on in the Democratic primary race, Bernie Sanders refuses to recognize that the American public does not want the socialism he is selling. Like all ideologues, Sanders refuses to bend his worldview to   more

Job Creators Network Reacts to Biden's Win in Michigan Primary
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Job Creators Network issued the following news release on March 10: Former Vice President Joe Biden won tonight's Michigan primary, further elevating his position as the likely Democratic presidential nominee. Alfredo Ortiz, President and CEO of the Job Creators Network, released the following statement: "Joe Biden's win tonight moves him ever closer to an epic general election showdown with President Trump, and there is no question which candidate would be better for   more

Journal of Clinical Investigation-Insight Issues Research Articles in March 12, 2020 Edition
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, March 12 -- The Journal of Clinical Investigation-Insight, a peer-reviewed journal that says it features preclinical and clinical research studies from the American Society for Clinical Investigation, published research articles, including the following topics, in its March 12, 2020 edition: * BCG vaccination reduces the mortality of Mycobacterium tuberculosis-infected type 2 diabetes mellitus mice * Impaired skeletal muscle mitochondrial bioenergetics and physical perform  more

Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law: Election Protection Works to Confront Voting Barriers During March 10th Primary Election
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law issued the following news release: Voters in six states, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Dakota, Washington, and Idaho, voted in their respective state's primary elections. Election Protection, the nation's largest and longest-running nonpartisan voter protection coalition, fielded complaints by way of its 866-OUR-VOTE hotline from the time polls opened to the time they closed. In addition, Election Protection volu  more

League Applauds Supplemental Budget Funding for Skills Training for Workers, Key Investments in Health and Human Services
LANSING, Michigan, March 13 -- The Michigan League for Public Policy issued the following statement on March 12 by President and CEO Gilda Z. Jacobs: * * * - Bipartisan compromise on 2020 budget supplemental benefits all Michigan residents * * * The Michigan League for Public Policy issued the following statement on the 2020 budget supplemental passed by the Michigan Legislature today, Senate Bill 151. The bill includes investments in several Michigan League for Public Policy budget prioriti  more

MEA on Ordered Closure of Michigan Schools Due to Coronavirus
EAST LANSING, Michigan, March 14 -- The Michigan Education Association issued the following statement by President Paula Herbart regarding order from Gov. Whitmer that Michigan schools will be closed for three weeks starting: "Earlier, I recorded a message urging that we follow the advice of public health officials when it comes to school closures. Gov. Whitmer heeded the advice of public health officials and has cancelled school statewide for the next three weeks, effective Monday. "MEA suppo  more

Michel Oksenberg Papers Come to Hoover
STANFORD, California, March 11 -- The Hoover Institution issued the following news release: The Hoover Institution Archives has recently acquired the papers of Michel Oksenberg (1938-2001), a renowned political scientist and China expert who played a crucial role in the negotiations that led to the normalization of US-China relations in early 1979. Oksenberg earned his B.A. from Swarthmore College, and his M.A. and Ph.D. in political science from Columbia University. He began his career at Sta  more

Michigan Economic Development: Tipping Point Solutions Expanding in Sault Ste. Marie, Adding High-Tech, High-Paying Jobs
LANSING, Michigan, March 12 -- The Michigan Economic Development Corp. issued the following news release on March 11: Tipping Point Solutions Inc., a Sault Tribe business member and defense industry high-tech company, is expanding its operations in Sault Ste. Marie with support from the Michigan Strategic Fund, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced. "Tipping Point Solutions' expansion in Sault Ste. Marie will help catalyze long-term job growth for area residents and demonstra  more

National Football Foundation Announces Storied 2020 College Football Hall of Fame Class Presented by ETT
IRVING, Texas, March 12 -- The National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame issued the following news release on March 11: The National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall of Fame announced the 2020 College Football Hall of Fame Class Presented by ETT during "SportsCenter" on ESPN2. 2020 COLLEGE FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME CLASS Presented by ETT PLAYERS: Lomas Brown - OT, Florida (1981-84) Keith Byars - RB, Ohio State (1982-85) Eric Crouch - QB, Nebraska (1998-2001) Eric Dickerso  more

National Women's Law Center: New Poll of Michigan Black Women Voters Released
DETROIT, Michigan, March 10 -- The National Women's Law Center issued the following news release: Over seven in 10 Black women voters (74%) in Michigan believe political candidates are failing to address the issues that are central to their lives, according to the findings of an online poll of 525 Michigan Black women that was released by Mothering Justice and the National Women's Law Center. The survey participants--featuring eligible and likely voters in the November 2020 election--view acces  more

Power to Decide: Domestic Gag Rule Reduces Contraceptive Access for Nearly 450,000 Women Living in Michigan
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Power to Decide issued the following news release: According to data released by Power to Decide, an estimated 438,730 Michigan women of reproductive age (13-44) in need of publicly funded contraception live in counties impacted by the implementation of the Title X Family Planning Program "domestic gag rule." The domestic gag rule requires health providers receiving Title X funds to withhold information from patients about abortion services and care. In addition, health  more

Society of Manufacturing Engineers: ISM Says China Coronavirus Outbreak Worsening Lead Times
DEARBORN, Michigan, March 12 -- The Society of Manufacturing Engineers issued the following news release: The outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in China is causing longer lead times and will reduce revenue for companies, according to respondents in a special Institute for Supply Management survey. More than half, 57 percent, said lead times have worsened since late 2019 after the coronavirus caused factories to shut down in China. Manufacturing over the past two decades has increased its   more

Society of Manufacturing Engineers: Machine Tool Orders Fall in January, Coronavirus May Delay Industry Comeback
DEARBORN, Michigan, March 10 -- The Society of Manufacturing Engineers issued the following news release: Machine tool orders fell sharply in January while the new coronavirus (COVID-19) may delay the industry's comeback, AMT - The Association for Manufacturing Technology, said in a monthly report. Orders for January totaled $239.4 million for the first month of 2020. That was a 32 percent fall from an adjusted $398.8 million for December. It was also a 34 percent decline from $408.1 million i  more

Southeast Michigan Council of Governments Announces $6.5 Million in Funding for Walking and Biking Projects in Southeast Michigan
DETROIT, Michigan, March 14 -- The Southeast Michigan Council of Governments issued the following news release: SEMCOG, the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments, has awarded $6.5 million in Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) funding for 12 projects. Funding will add to Southeast Michigan's regional trail system and improve walking and biking safety TAP projects include new pathways and pathway enhancements, new trails and trail connections, protected bike lanes, pedestrian enhance  more

Southeast Michigan Counts! Southeast Michigan Council of Governments Announces Region-Wide Support for Census Participation
DETROIT, Michigan, March 13 -- The Southeast Michigan Council of Governments issued the following news release: SEMCOG, the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments, along with elected officials from throughout the seven-county region, are joining together to emphasize the importance of Census 2020 participation by all Southeast Michigan residents. "An accurate portrait of our population is essential to the future of Southeast Michigan, which is why our region's leaders are coming together wi  more

Teamsters: Michigan Sysco/Sygma Workers Win First Contract, End Strike
MONROE, Michigan, March 14 -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters issued the following news release: * * * - Four-Year Pact Lowers Cost Of Health Insurance and Raises Wages * * * Teamsters who work at Sysco's Sygma distribution facility in Monroe, Mich. ended their unfair labor practice strike on Thursday, March 12 and ratified--by a 75-5 margin--a first contract that significantly reduces the cost of their health insurance, among other improvements. The four-year contract also inclu  more

Training Session Prepares Farmers Union Members to Respond to Farm Stress
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The National Farmers Union issued the following news release: As part of the organization's broader initiative to address a growing farm stress crisis, National Farmers Union (NFU) last week hosted a two-day, in-person session to train community mental health advocates across the country. More than 30 Farmers Union members from 19 states completed the training, which was held in conjunction with NFU's 118th Anniversary Convention in Savannah, Georgia. The program's curr  more

UAW on Coronavirus Identified at Kokomo FCA Facility
DETROIT, Michigan, March 13 -- The United Automobile Workers issued the following statement by Vice President Cindy Estrada: "Our thoughts and support are with our UAW member and their family, friends and community in Kokomo, Indiana. The UAW has been actively monitoring and reacting to issues related to the spread of COVID-19. We are working with FCA on this first discovery of the virus at one of their facilities as well as on the precautions and measures necessary to protect our UAW FCA membe  more

UAW President Rory Gamble Letter to Membership on Coronavirus
DETROIT, Michigan, March 14 -- The United Automobile Workers issued the following letter: Brothers and Sisters: As the United States is faced with the concern of the new Coronavirus known as COVID-19, I feel it is important to speak to this topic with all our UAW membership. I want to be very clear that we do not take this matter lightly. In detailing some important actions that our UAW is taking relative to the virus; I want to assure our brothers and sisters that we continue discussions dai  more