• Keeping Michigan Safe: Fire Safety
    Sep 17 2025

    Michigan State Fire Marshal Tom Hughes discusses fire safety, the role of BFS, and efforts to protect Michiganders every day.

    BFS Website: https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bfs

    MI Prevention Website:– https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bfs/miprevention

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    27 mins
  • Protecting Michigan’s Health through Licensing and Certifications
    Sep 5 2025

    Discover how the Bureau of Community and Health Systems and the Bureau of Survey and Certification protect Michigan’s health through licensing, certifications, and inspections.

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    26 mins
  • A Roadmap to Launching a Business in Michigan
    Aug 20 2025

    Navigate Michigan’s business startup process with expert advice on filing, compliance, and scam prevention.

    www.michigan.gov/corpentitysearch

    State of Michigan Entrepreneurs-Guide

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    23 mins
  • Regulating Cannabis and Liquor in Michigan
    Aug 6 2025

    Leaders from the CRA and MLCC discuss how they regulate cannabis and liquor to ensure compliance, foster industry growth, and protect the public.

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    24 mins
  • LARA’s Plan to Cut Red Tape
    Jul 23 2025

    Explore Michigan’s Cutting Red Tape Report, revealing how LARA is working to reduce licensing barriers, simplify regulations, and help businesses thrive.

    View the Cutting Red Tape Report and the Press Release.

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    22 mins
  • Voices from Across Team LARA
    Jul 9 2025

    Hear from employees nominated by their peers in the 2024 LARA Recognition Awards as they share stories about their work and experiences.

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    24 mins
  • How Regulations Work
    Jun 25 2025

    We break down how laws become rules, who enforces them, and how LARA makes sure they protect the public.

    Administrative Rulemaking System (ARS) – https://ars.apps.lara.state.mi.us/

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    21 mins
  • A Conversation with LARA Director Marlon Brown
    Jun 11 2025

    In this episode of the LARA Living Room, we sit down with LARA Director Marlon Brown to discuss his background and his path to becoming the Director of the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.

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    26 mins