Feb 23, 2007 | Legislative
MITA is looking for volunteers in the different disciplines including road building, underground, suppliers and services to help us determine what is the best tax plan for our membership. The Michigan Chapter of the National Federation of Independent Business has...
Feb 21, 2007 | Legislative
Memorandum from Bob Patzer, Executive Vice President: I am writing to ask for your help in keeping MITA’s influence in Lansing strong. It is of paramount importance to our industry that those of you who have so unselfishly given to our political endeavors renew...
Feb 1, 2007 | Legislative
The state’s main business group, the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, announced publicly today support for a sizeable funding increase for transportation, including a nine-cent gas tax increase phased in over three years. While outlining the Chamber’s legislative...
Jan 31, 2007 | Legislative
A bill pending in the state Senate would set up a 7-member task force and a 12-member citizens advisory panel to consider long-term transportation funding options and the possible elimination of the 19-cent gas tax. With transportation funding reliant on a per gallon...
Jan 31, 2007 | Legislative
The U.S. House Appropriations Committee announced today that the FY07 joint resolution will fund highways and transit at the SAFETEA-LU authorized levels, avoiding a potential $158 million cut for Michigan transportation spending. A budget bill pending in Congress...
Jan 4, 2007 | Legislative
Last year proved to be a busy and productive year for MITA’s legislative operations. From lobbying for increased infrastructure funding to regulatory reforms and tax relief, MITA is proud to tout a series of impressive accomplishments for 2006. A recap of last year’s...