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Video Commentary

MMA is proud to offer innovative news platforms to better serve the growing needs of members. The MMA video advocacy updates provide the Association an additional outlet to educate interested parties about the organization’s efforts to strengthen Michigan’s manufacturing community.

Click on the thumbnails below to view video commentaries from key MMA staff on YouTube.

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MMA President and CEO, Chuck Hadden, discusses the impact of the Employee Free Choice Act, what action Congress is expected to take and how employers can join in the fight to defeat this dangerous federal legislation in this third video installment.

April 2009

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Chuck Hadden, MMA president and CEO, addresses some of the most common myths about the EFCA. This is the second in a series of messages to provide information on the issue and how you can join in this important effort to protect the rights of both employers and employees.

March 2009

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Chuck Hadden, MMA president and CEO, urges industry leaders to put real pressure on U.S. legislators to defeat the ill-advised, and inappropriately named, Employee Free Choice Act that would have serious consequences for employers.

March 2009

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Chuck Hadden, MMA vice president of government affairs, discussing MMA’s involvement in the ongoing negotiations regarding the adoption of comprehensive energy policy reform in Michigan.

February 2008

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Mike Johnston, MMA director of regulatory affairs, commenting on the State’s efforts to implement mercury regulations more stringent than federal standards, which would be a serious roadblock to economic development in Michigan.

February 2008

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Amy Shaw, MMA director of education and employment relations, reporting on MMA’s ongoing work to block the approval of costly and onerous state-based ergonomic standards.

February 2008

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Chuck Hadden, MMA vice president of government affairs, commenting on MMA’s plans to advocate for reforms to the Michigan Business Tax (MBT).

Febuary 2008

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Amy Shaw, MMA director of education and employment relations, highlights the Association’s efforts to fight off costly health care mandates on employers during 2008.

February 2008

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Mike Johnston, MMA director of regulatory affairs, reporting on the Association’s battle to end the practice of piling on additional costs to manufacturers via excessive fees.

January 2008

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How do I become a member of an Advisory Committee?

Contact Shirley Enright in the government affairs office at 800-253-9039 ext. 552 or 517-487-8552.

Who sits on the Advisory Committees?

All members are welcome to join a committee and share their input.

How is MMA’s legislative policy developed?

The members of the MMA Advisory Committees develop the legislative policy. They are closest to the issue, many dealing directly with the effects of the legislation or regulation. Once the committee develops policy, the government affairs staff works to implement it.

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