Michigan Licensing and Regulatory Affairs

Michigan Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Protecting people and promoting business throughout the State of Michigan.

We protect people and promote business in Michigan through transparent and accessible regulatory solutions. For a complete list of our agencies, bureaus and commissions and the services they provide, please visit www.michigan.gov/lara.

Do you ever wonder who makes sure amusement park rides in Michigan are actually safe? On the latest LARA Living Room pod...
06/03/2026

Do you ever wonder who makes sure amusement park rides in Michigan are actually safe? On the latest LARA Living Room podcast, we go behind-the-scenes to hear how LARA inspects rides across Michigan, from big parks to traveling carnivals. Let's go! 🎢

Listen now: Michigan.gov/LARALivingRoom

Marlon I. Brown, Director of LARA, was proud to attend the Detroit Regional Chamber Mackinac Policy Conference this wee...
06/01/2026

Marlon I. Brown, Director of LARA, was proud to attend the Detroit Regional Chamber Mackinac Policy Conference this week with business, civic, and community leaders from across the state who are focused on protecting Michiganders and promoting Michigan businesses. The Mackinac Policy Conference elevates various issues such as economic growth, workforce development, and innovation—all areas that are well aligned with the important work being done at LARA.

At LARA, we believe strong communities are built on respect, accountability, and equal opportunity. During Pride Month, ...
06/01/2026

At LARA, we believe strong communities are built on respect, accountability, and equal opportunity. During Pride Month, we celebrate Michigan's diverse communities and reaffirm our commitment to fairness, inclusion, and equal access to the services we provide.

LARA's goal: Protect people and promote business. During spring storm season, we're doing both by sharing these repair r...
05/29/2026

LARA's goal: Protect people and promote business.

During spring storm season, we're doing both by sharing these repair red flags homeowners should be on the lookout for when hiring a contractor. đźš© Learn more at Michigan.gov/BCCHomeownersGuide.

Congrats are in order! 's Corporations Division, part of the Corporations, Securities & Commercial Licensing Bureau, wa...
05/27/2026

Congrats are in order! 's Corporations Division, part of the Corporations, Securities & Commercial Licensing Bureau, was proud to receive the International Association of Commercial Administrators (IACA) 2026 Merit Award for the MiBusiness Registry Portal. This recognition reflects Michigan’s commitment to building smarter, customer focused online filing services.

Thanks to the dedication of our staff and partners, Michigan is leading the way in modernizing how businesses interact with state government.

LARA is home to Michigan's Cannabis Regulatory Agency, which aims to establish Michigan as the national model for a regu...
05/26/2026

LARA is home to Michigan's Cannabis Regulatory Agency, which aims to establish Michigan as the national model for a regulatory program that stimulates business growth while preserving safe consumer access to cannabis.

One way the CRA does that is by providing Educational Sessions to Michigan's cannabis businesses.

Join the CRA's upcoming session, Quality Assurance with CRA’s Science Section tomorrow at 10 a.m. ET: https://go.mi.gov/qq6he2531

All LARA offices will be closed Monday, May 25 in honor of Memorial Day.Remember, you can still apply for licenses, view...
05/25/2026

All LARA offices will be closed Monday, May 25 in honor of Memorial Day.

Remember, you can still apply for licenses, view, and find helpful information at: Michigan.gov/LARA/I-Need-To

What separates a sanctioned professional fight from a outright brawl? Licensing, regulation, and oversight. The Michigan...
05/22/2026

What separates a sanctioned professional fight from a outright brawl? Licensing, regulation, and oversight. The Michigan Unarmed Combat Commission (MUCC), housed within LARA, is responsible for managing Michigan's boxing and MMA events.

See a safe, fair fight at one of these upcoming events 👇

That's a wrap!Yesterday, LARA's Bureau of Survey and Certification (BSC) hosted the spring session of our Joint Provider...
05/20/2026

That's a wrap!

Yesterday, LARA's Bureau of Survey and Certification (BSC) hosted the spring session of our Joint Provider Surveyor Training -- a continuing education conference for nursing home staff and surveyors to stay up-to-date on polices and best practices for long-term care facilities.

We're proud to partner with the caring, skilled professionals who make Michigan's long-term care facilities a safe, comfortable place for those needing care and their families.

Spring storms can cause real damage and headaches for homeowners. Follow these 5 tips from LARA's Bureau of Construction...
05/18/2026

Spring storms can cause real damage and headaches for homeowners. Follow these 5 tips from LARA's Bureau of Construction Codes to avoid contractor scams when you're facing major home repairs 👉

⚠️ For more information on hiring for home repairs, head to Michigan.gov/BCCHomeownersGuide

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