Scam Alert

The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs will never ask you to provide your credit card numbers or other personal information over the phone, by text, email, or letter. Please see our IT Security & Data Protection page for more information on how to identify scams and report suspicious activity.

Businesses are receiving fraudulent notices titled "Annual Statement 2025 Past Due" from “Business Filing powered by Firstep" or New Business Filing LLC, requesting $300 and personal information. This is not from LARA. Annual statement fees are $25, can be filed online at www.michigan.gov/corpfileonline, and filing history can be verified at www.michigan.gov/corpentitysearch.

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About LARA

About LARA

Core Values

Public Service – modeling global leadership by being present and providing guidance for all members of our community

Transparency – being open, explicit and intentional

Accessibility – allowing open contact and equal opportunity

Workforce – individuals engaged and involved within the department

Responsibility – obligation to uphold accountability for actions of the department

Mission

We protect people and promote business in Michigan through transparent and accessible regulatory solutions.

Vision

To be national leaders that partner with people and businesses to improve the lives of Michigan residents through an engaged and inclusive workforce.

LARA Leadership

Marlon I. Brown, DPA

Courtney Pendleton

Chief Operating Officer

Chief Legal Officer and Deputy Director

LARA Accomplishments 2019-2023

View LARA Accomplishments (2019-2023) (PDF)

LARA Strategic Plan

View the LARA Strategic Plan (PDF) for Fiscal Years 2026-2030

Policy & Legislative Affairs

All Legislative Resources