MABA frequently weighs in with the Michigan Legislature, state departments of jurisdiction, Congress and the Administration regarding issues facing our industry.

Recent letters, testimony and related updates are available below.

Please note this is not an exhaustive list of all MABA engagement with policymakers, and is updated by the year! Much of our work on your behalf is conducted in meetings, discussions and technical assistance efforts to help lawmakers craft legislation.

2026 Advocacy Efforts

January 9, 2026 | MABA Submits Formal Comment on Part 641 Proposed Changes
MABA submitted formal comments to the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development regarding proposed revisions to Regulation 641 governing commercial fertilizer bulk storage. This written comment follows testimony delivered on January 5 by MABA President Chuck Lippstreu at a public hearing on the rules. MABA expressed appreciation for MDARD’s collaborative approach during this rulemaking process, and shared various elements of the proposed rule supported by the association. We raised a small number of remaining concerns and proposed changes prior to rule finalization. We expect the rule to be finalized in the coming weeks and will continue to communicate updates to impacted members. MABA’s comment to MDARD is available here.