Michigan Biosciences Industry Association Logo

State Advocacy

Discover the latest updates and initiatives shaping Michigan's bio-industry through state-level advocacy. From policy developments to impactful actions, this category focuses on driving progress and innovation within our state.

Advocacy Advocacy : Federal Advocacy Advocacy : State Advocacy Association Updates BioConnections® Jobs Event Event : Industry Event Event : MichBio Advocacy Events Event : MichBio Networking Event Event : MichBio Signature Event Event : MichBio Webinar Event : Partner Event Member Feature News News : Industry News News : Member News News : MichBio News/Statement News : Michigan News
Competing For Michigan's Life Sciences Future: The Gubernatorial Candidates Weigh In
Posted In: State Advocacy,
Date posted Sep 29

The policies and priorities of Michigan's next Governor will help shape the future of one of the state's most innovative and economically...

Read Post
SB 1166 would Undercut Veterinary Authority and Burden Michigan Research
Posted In: State Advocacy,
Date posted Sep 20

State Sen. Dayna Polehanki has introduced another proposal regulating animals in research. Senate Bill 1166, introduced September 10, would amend...

Read Post
SB 1177 Risks Medical-Product Shortages Despite Industry Concerns
Posted In: State Advocacy,
Date posted Sep 20

State Sen. Sue Shink, joined by Sen. Rosemary Bayer, has introduced legislation that would restrict the manufacture, sale and distribution of...

Read Post
MichBio Invites Gubernatorial Candidates to Share their Vision for Michigan's Life Sciences Future
Posted In: State Advocacy,
Date posted Aug 10

With the 2026 gubernatorial election approaching, MichBio has invited all major-party candidates for Governor to participate in its 2026 Michigan...

Read Post
Michigan's FY27 Budget Retreats From Innovation - The Biosciences Industry Will Feel The Impact
Posted In: State Advocacy,
Date posted Jul 10

.michbio-policy-article { --navy: #123149; --blue: #1676a3; --light-blue: #eaf4f8; --gold: #d7a728; --text: #303942; ...

Read Post
MichBio, BIO Urge Governor Whitmer To Veto Medicaid Drug Access Provision
Posted In: State Advocacy,
Date posted Jul 10

MichBio and its national affiliate, Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO), submitted a letter calling on Governor Gretchen Whitmer to...

Read Post
Mackinac Policy Conference Reinforces Importance of Life Sciences Engagement
Posted In: State Advocacy,
Date posted Jun 1

/*SLIDER */ .testimonial-slider { display: block; width: 100%; height: auto; margin-top:0px; display: -ms-flexbox; ...

Read Post
MichBio Raises Concerns Over MFN Language in Senate DHHS Budget
Posted In: State Advocacy,
Date posted May 4

As the Michigan Senate considers the FY budget for the Department of Health and Human Services, MichBio is raising strong concerns about the...

Read Post
MichBio Hosts Double-Header at the Capitol: Advancing Bioscience Policy and Partnerships
Posted In: State Advocacy,
Date posted Mar 6

MichBio welcomed Michigan legislators, staff, and industry leaders to Lansing last week for a pair of back-to-back events highlighting the...

Read Post
MichBio Backs Renewal of Michigan's SmartZone TIF Authority
Posted In: State Advocacy,
Date posted Feb 20

MichBio is proud to voice strong support for HB 5031, legislation that would renew the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) authority underpinning...

Read Post
MichBio Supports SB 704 to Establish State Cannabis Reference Laboratory
Posted In: State Advocacy,
Date posted Feb 20

MichBio has expressed strong support for SB 704, legislation that would establish a State Reference Laboratory to strengthen oversight,...

Read Post
HB 4878 Advances - But 340B Transparency Questions Remain Unresolved
Posted In: State Advocacy,
Date posted Feb 6

Michigan House Bill 4878 cleared the House Health Policy Committee this week, advancing with a committee substitute (H-3) and moving next to...

Read Post