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MI HR0233
Resolution
Status
3/2/2016
Primary Sponsor
Edward Canfield
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AI Summary
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Urges Michigan communities to pursue innovative economic development policies to attract young STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) professionals to financially distressed areas.
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Identifies that Michigan experienced a net reduction of 4.4 percent in young workers aged 22 to 34 over the past five years, with many relocating to Illinois and Ohio.
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Recommends incentive programs such as student loan assistance and employment relocation reimbursement to reduce income disparities and make Michigan more competitive for STEAM graduates.
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Directs copies of the resolution to be transmitted to distressed local communities as defined under Public Act 328 of 1998.
Legislative Description
A resolution to urge Michigan communities to pursue innovative policies that promote economic development by attracting young STEAM professionals to work in financially distressed communities.
STEAM professionals
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Workforce And Talent Development
3/2/2016