LARA Living Room

Go beyond the chair to learn how LARA supports Michigan’s barbers and cosmetologists. We’ll explore licensing, regulation and the work happening behind the scenes to support professionals while helping protect the customers and communities they serve.

Explore the thoughtful work behind regulating Michigan’s cemeteries and mortuary science professions. We’ll discuss LARA’s role in overseeing these important services and how regulation helps protect families during some of life’s most sensitive moments.Verify a license: michigan.gov/MiCLEARLearn more about what we discussed: https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/cscl/licensing/prof

What happens when states share ideas instead of working in silos? LARA Director Marlon Brown and Wisconsin DSPS Secretary Dan Hereth explore how collaboration across state lines can improve regulation, support licensed professionals and businesses, and ultimately better protect the people they serve.

What does a career in engineering look like in state government? Go behind the scenes with an engineer at the Michigan Public Service Commission to learn how technical expertise helps protect the public, support critical infrastructure, and make a difference for communities across Michigan.

Summer is one of the busiest seasons for Michigan's restaurants, bars, festivals, and special events. In this episode, we discuss how liquor licensing and compliance help businesses serve responsibly, answer common questions from licensees, and support safe celebrations across the state.Listen to the MLCC On the Road Podcast:https://mlccontheroad.buzzsprout.com/

Veterinarians and veterinary technicians play an important role in protecting the health of both animals and the public. In this episode, we explore Michigan's veterinary licensing process, the standards that help ensure quality care, and how LARA supports these trusted professionals from education to licensure.Verify a License: https://aca-prod.accela.com/MILARA/GeneralProperty/PropertyLookUp.aspx?isLicensee=Y&TabName=APO Learn more about Veterinary Licenses in Michigan: https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bpl/health/hp-lic-health-prof/vet

Go behind the scenes with a LARA healthcare surveyor and discover how their work helps protect patients and ensure quality care across Michigan's healthcare facilities.

Discover how the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission is strengthening the public defense system by supporting attorneys, improving training, and building a stronger workforce to better serve Michigan residents.https://michiganidc.gov/

As fireworks season approaches, learn how the Bureau of Fire Services works to regulate fireworks sales, educate the public, and promote safe celebrations across Michigan.https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/bfs/fireworks

From office buildings to hospitals, elevators are part of daily life. But what actually keeps them safe? This episode breaks down how inspections work, what experts look for, and why it all matters.