Bill > SB0051

This bill establishes the Black Leadership Advisory Council (BLAC), a state-level advisory body designed to address racial inequities in Michigan. The council will consist of 16 members, including the director of the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity and 15 additional members appointed by the governor, who must represent Black leadership across diverse fields such as economics, law, public policy, education, and technology. Importantly, the council must include at least one immigrant or immigration policy expert and one member between 18-35 years old. Members will serve three-year terms and can be removed by the governor for cause. The council's primary responsibilities include developing policies to combat discrimination, identifying laws that perpetuate racial inequities, collaborating with the governor's office to promote equitable legislation, serving as a resource for Black community groups, and promoting Black cultural arts. The council will submit an annual report to the governor and has the authority to establish advisory workgroups, conduct studies, consult with experts, and accept donations. While the council operates independently, the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity will provide administrative support, with budget and management functions overseen by the department's director. Members will not receive compensation but may be reimbursed for expenses incurred while serving.

Government Affairs, Justice

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0051