Occupational licensing laws affect more Michigan workers than any other labor law — and they often do more harm than good. These government-imposed mandates require individuals to complete extensive training, pass exams and pay fees before being allowed to legally work in certain jobs. In Michigan, this system costs the state thousands of jobs and quietly drains millions from taxpayers. It burdens families and consumers with higher prices — up to 30% more for some services. Licensing laws may even decrease public safety by automatically disqualifying people with a criminal background from working legally, even if they have an employer willing to hire. These individuals are more likely to reoffend if they remain unemployed.
If you care about expanding opportunity, lowering costs and making Michigan a more attractive place to work and live, this event is for you. Learn from experienced advocates and policy leaders about how smart reforms can unleash entrepreneurship, help families thrive and improve access to rewarding jobs.
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Lunch: 11:30 a.m.
Program: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
The Louie Building
Freedom Hall (6th Floor)
123 W. Allegan St.
Lansing, MI 48933
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This event is free, but RSVP is required by June 3.
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Ally Alfonsetti is a legislative strategist for Prison Fellowship where she strengthens connections with state lawmakers, builds coalitions, seeks justice reform at the state level and provides information to influence public policy. She previously worked in government affairs for a global automotive technology company where she saw the impact and need for criminal justice reform in Michigan. Armed with a biblical worldview, she has always strived to advance public policy that serves God’s mission. Alfonsetti holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science with a minor in communications from Florida Atlantic University.
Deeb Eid is a pharmacist and the senior manager for regulatory affairs with CVS Health as well as a national subject matter expert in regulatory and legislative affairs working on law and rule changes within health care and pharmacy. He has worked in multiple roles across health care sectors. Deeb also serves as an independent researcher, podcast host, and affiliate preceptor teaching students about the legal space of health care for various colleges of pharmacy. He has a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from the University of Toledo.
Jarrett Skorup is the vice president for marketing and communications at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, where he has worked for more than 15 years. He has written three studies on occupational licensure and the effects in Michigan and compiled a database documenting all licenses in the state and the regulatory requirements to hold those jobs. Skorup has degrees from Grove City College.
Parking is solely your responsibility. We do not have access to discounts or free parking in downtown Lansing. There are a number of parking garages and metered parking throughout downtown.
Parking is available at meters located around the building and throughout downtown using the Passport Parking app. Using the app, you simply enter your "zone" code and link to a credit card. There is a 4 hour maximum at the meters. You cannot extend your parking pass time without moving to a different zone. Pay online or download the Passport Parking phone app www.passportparking.com
South Grand Ramp
201 S Grand Ave
Lansing, Ml 48933
Allegan Parking Ramp
corner of W Allegan St & S Capitol Ave
Lansing, Ml 48933
Capitol Public Parking
231 S Capitol Ave
Lansing, Ml 48933
Townsend Street Parking Ramp
221 Townsend St
Lansing, Ml 48933
