Lansing Update publishes on Fridays when the Michigan Legislature is in session and chronicles legislative activity of interest to Michigan Catholic Conference. Join the Catholic Advocacy Network to receive Lansing Update in your inbox.
Lansing Update / Posted January 30, 2026
During this Catholic Schools Week, MCC shares how its advocacy delivered millions in state funding to support our Catholic schools. Plus, MCC-supported legislation to fight human trafficking received unanimous support, and dates are set for the next executive budget recommendation and State of the State address.
Lansing Update / Posted December 19, 2025
As 2025 nears its end, this final Lansing Update of the year will share how MCC carried out its mission to advocate for the common good at the state Capitol.
Lansing Update / Posted December 12, 2025
MCC’s advocacy this week included support for increased transparency around abortion, tougher penalties for human trafficking, support for school safety policies, and more.
Lansing Update / Posted December 5, 2025
See pictures from an MCC reception held earlier this fall for the Catholic bishops in Michigan to meet with state representatives, senators, and their staff.
Lansing Update / Posted November 14, 2025
Despite MCC objections and the voices of more than 1,000 grassroots advocates, the state approved the promotion of gender ideology in public school health education. Also this week, MCC offered support for legislation related to abortion reporting requirements and parental consent for minors' use of social media.
Lansing Update / Posted November 7, 2025
The second-ever statewide Michigan March for Life in Lansing this week drew scores of Catholic high school students, priests, religious, and more to peacefully and joyfully witness to human life.
Lansing Update / Posted October 31, 2025
MCC issued a statement in support of state action toward continuing food assistance for Michiganders who need it most in Michigan. Plus, a final reminder for next week’s March for Life in Lansing, the prayer offered by a Catholic priest before House session, and more.
Lansing Update / Posted October 10, 2025
MCC this week noted major investments into students and moms in the new state budget, but there were also several other important programs included that help families in need and the most vulnerable individuals in this state, too.
Lansing Update / Posted October 3, 2025
The Legislature approved a new budget for this fiscal year and delivered significant increases in funding to programs that protect nonpublic school children and help pregnant mothers and their children.
Lansing Update / Posted September 5, 2025
The third and final budget proposal for consideration was approved by the state House recently. See how it stacks up against the Senate and Governor when it comes to programs for mothers in need, as well as helping the poor and vulnerable of this state.