Marx Layne & Company client Hannan Center is helping lead an important conversation around proposed Michigan driving laws that would introduce stricter, age-based testing requirements for older adults. In a recent opinion column published in The Detroit News, President & CEO Vincent Tilford outlines why age alone is not an accurate or fair measure of driving ability. He emphasizes the need for evidence-based safety policies that protect all drivers without disproportionately targeting older adults who depend on their vehicles for independence, caregiving, and staying connected to their communities.

A recent Supreme Court-related tariff decision is prompting strong reactions from business owners across Michigan, highlighting the real-world impact of trade policy on local economies. As reported by CBS News Detroit, the ruling has sparked concern among small and mid-sized businesses that rely on imported goods to operate and remain competitive.