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Mackinac Center sues economic development agency over alleged FOIA violations

Lawsuit: MEDC took payment for documents it hasn’t produced

… taxpayer-funded subsidies. The MEDC responded on June 20, with … deposit on July 2, 2024, and the MEDC cashed the check on July 19, … activities and discussions the MEDC is having that the public may … “This is a fair concern, as MEDC’s two flagship investments – … seems to violate Michigan’s transparency laws, which require official …

Three Cheers for Michigan House Democrats

Questioning MEDC transparency is the right thing to do

… The latest salvo against the MEDC was inspired, at least in part, … complained about the lack of transparency at Michigan’s department … obtain information from the MEDC. “I don’t think the Legislature … Joseph Rivet actually argued the MEDC should lose its funding over … Republicans to complain about MEDC transparency, or in recent years. Sen. …

Freedom of Information Lawsuit Targets Michigan Economic Development Corporation

Mackinac Center is representing Michigan Rising in push for public disclosure

… against clear abuses of transparency and accountability by the … agency’s dedication to transparency. On May 29, 2024, Michigan … FOIA request asking for the MEDC’s communications with American … taxpayer-funded handouts. The MEDC responded nearly a month later … deposit on July 2, 2024 and the MEDC quietly cashed the check on …

State's Corporate Welfare Agency Tone Deaf to Requests for Transparency

MEDC treats transparency 'as an annoyance'

Making transparency a condition for receiving selective state … to provide much-needed transparency at the MEDC, companies accepting tax credits … conclusion of the hearing, the MEDC's chief executive, Steve Arwood, … rights to provide public transparency concerning the agreement?” …

MEDC Testimony a Reminder That More Transparency is Needed

New legislation would make the MEDC more transparent and accountable

… reminded this viewer why the MEDC needs more transparency and accountability. The MEDC’s chief operating officer, Amanda … described reviews of the MSF-MEDC by the Michigan Office of the … questions about the MEDC’s transparency and its programs’ effectiveness …

Legislators Who Promote Transparency Should Start by Disclosing Corporate Welfare Deals

MEDC secrecy patronizes lawmakers and public

… Act. That could mean more transparency for taxpayers and voters. … Corporation to more sunshine. The MEDC is the state’s department of … bureaucracy. The failure of MEDC programs to create and maintain … to keep its records secret. MEDC officials routinely stymie … I’ve recommended before, the MEDC should be shut down in its …

MEDC Questioned About Its Transparency

Questions about how tax dollars spent could warrant new legislation

… Michigan budget. On June 13, 2011, MEDC sent him a document that was … the costs of supplies." The MEDC describes itself as "a public-private … the most recognized of the MEDC's responsibilities is Pure Michigan. … things going on in Michigan. The MEDC website also has a section on transparency, but Rep. Genetski and …

Let the Sun Shine In

Specific MEDC/MEGA Transparency Recommendations

… "incentive" deal, but the lack of transparency that characterizes this entire … specific reforms to correct this transparency deficit. If these hearings are … proposals and compare them to actual MEDC practices. The contrast will be stark. LaFaive's transparency recommendations include: Restore …

Pressure Mounting For MEDC Transparency

House Democrats call for scrutiny of corporate welfare programs; accountability for tax dollars

Those who want to bring transparency to the Michigan Economic … allies — House Democrats. The MEDC is a government authority that … of Michigan. For years, the MEDC has been criticized for a lack … nothing to increase MEDC transparency. "Right now all the … Lawmakers Looking At MEDC Transparency Legislators Vote To …

Lawmakers Looking At MEDC Transparency

… an attempt to bring more transparency to the Michigan Economic … Although the amount of funds the MEDC spends annually has been significantly … millions of taxpayer dollars. The MEDC has a history of investing … Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)." "Economic development and … Democrats Questioning MEDC Transparency Transparency,  the MEDC, …