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SB 326

Labor: other; community and worker economic transition office; eliminate. Repeals 2023 PA 232 (MCL 408.911 - 408.919).

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Thomas Albert and 11 co-sponsors

SB 326 eliminates Michigan's Community and Worker Economic Transition Office, removing state-coordinated support for displaced workers and economically disrupted communities.

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Bill Summary · SB 326

Legislative bill overview

SB 326 would repeal Public Act 232 from 2023, which established the Community and Worker Economic Transition Office (CWETO) in Michigan. This office was created to assist workers and communities affected by economic disruption, particularly related to industrial transitions. The bill would eliminate this state agency entirely.

Why is this important

The elimination of CWETO would affect Michigan's capacity to provide coordinated support to workers displaced by economic changes, plant closures, or industry shifts. This represents a significant policy shift regarding the state's role in economic transition assistance, potentially impacting workforce retraining programs, community development initiatives, and support services for affected regions.

Potential points of contention

  • Support services gap: Eliminating the office could leave displaced workers without centralized access to transition assistance, retraining programs, and economic support resources previously coordinated by the agency
  • Community economic development: Removes dedicated state infrastructure for helping communities adapt to major economic disruptions, which may disproportionately affect post-industrial regions
  • Cost-benefit debate: Supporters may argue the office is unnecessary bureaucracy; opponents may contend elimination reduces effective economic adaptation capacity and long-term workforce competitiveness

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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