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Michigan’s May Tax Proposal

Proposal 1 would raise taxes $2 billion

… into effect if approved. Proposal 1 would increase the sales … Tax Credit. Overall, the proposal will increase state taxes and spending by $2 billion in 2016, of which about … Bureau of Labor Statistics, Proposal 1 would increase the tax … per gallon in taxes under Proposal 1, a 4 percent increase. … more

Proposal 1 Will Cost Average Michigan Household Up to $525 a Year in Extra Taxes

May 5 proposal will hike taxes by $2 billion

… more in taxes in 2016 if Proposal 1 is approved by voters on … will have about $500 less if Proposal 1 is approved. Taxpayers … spending priorities in the proposal.” Proposal 1 is complex. It would make … constitutional changes. It would raise $2 billion, of which $1.3 billion … more

Voters Avert Disaster by Rejecting Proposal 2

… have good cause to be worried. Proposal 2’s failure indicates the unions miscalculated … with a labor-friendly inoculation; Proposal 2 would have empowered government … Michigan voters strongly rejected Prop 2, refusing to be the test-case for locking … down this election). Rejection of Prop 2 will only come as a surprise to those … more

Ballot Proposal Backers Weighing Strategy

$2 billion tax hike vote on May 5

… session. All told, that deal is a $2 billion tax hike, which is considerably … believe the May 5 ballot proposal has little chance of passing. … those trying to “sell” the proposal will be starting out in a hole. Yet, polling ballot proposals is a tricky business and … fact. The centerpiece of Proposal 1, which is what the measure … more

Proposal 2 Power Grab Demands Review of Government Unionism

… that Michigan voters have resoundingly defeated Proposal 2, it is appropriate for lawmakers to review the … the equivalent of a ballot initiative tantrum. Proposal 2 would not just have rolled back recent reforms; … Even though it was defeated, it’s likely that Proposal 2 has already cost Michigan jobs, as investors … more

Only Two Counties Voted for Proposal 2

Many voters in counties near cities or schools under emergency oversight supported Prop 1

… gan voters' rejection of Proposal 2, a ballot initiative that … counties, all but two rejected Proposal 2 on Tuesday.  In fact, 64 … Michigan counties — rejected Prop 2 by more than 60 percent. Ottawa … overwhelmingly against the proposal, with more than 75 percent … counties that voted for Prop 2 were Genesee and Wayne counties. … more

Prop 2 Means More Arbitrary Teacher Placements

'Last In, First Out' would be reinstated

… teacher performance when making layoff, recall and placement decisions. If Proposal 2 passes, however, union contracts will likely supersede and nullify this … seniority like this might not occur very often. But what will happen often if Proposal 2 is passed is that school districts will revert back to ignoring performance … more

Proposal 2 Is Not Simply About Collective Bargaining

… constitutional ballot initiative Proposal 2 was merely about establishing … membership. The lawyer for Proposal 2, Andrew Nickelhoff, said, … immediately” with the passage of Proposal 2, including laws dealing … their tone insisting that Proposal 2 is simply about basic rights … “conditions of employment.” Proposal 2 is local government and … more

Media Muddles Magnitude of May Tax Hike Vote

It's $2 billion

… be collected if voters approve a May 5 ballot proposal, according to a Mackinac Center for Public Policy … one example, when a letter-to-the-editor on the proposal from reader Howard Bouwens Jr. of Laketown Township … found here. ~~~~~ See also: Michigan's May Tax Proposal Projections Show Schools Get More Even With … more

Predators Back In the Classroom? It Could Happen

Proposal 2 would overrule state laws mandating certain protections

Supporters of Proposal 2 say an ad claiming the union-backed … Education Association, says Proposal 2 would not change the background … will be fair game under Proposal 2. “It can happen," said … spokesman for the anti-Prop 2 group, Hands Off Our Constitution. … memo reportedly said that Proposal 2 would overturn prohibited … more

Voters Reject Special Interest Power Plays

Proposals 2-6 soundly defeated

… were soundly defeated. Proposal 2, which would have enshrined … landslide 58%-42%, as did Proposals 3 through 6. F. Vincent … Barack Obama fared well while Proposal 2 was defeated. “It shows … Democrats voted against Prop 2. … The defeat is a major setback … trend that is gaining momentum.” Proposal 2 supporters spent more than … more

Everything You Need to Know, Except the Cost

May tax proposal will cost $2 billion

… story about the May 5 tax proposal with the headline: “Michigan … Everything — except, what the tax proposal will cost if approved. That’s $2 billion, which the article never … $500 million in taxes the proposal will impose. ForTheRecord … approve: How much? It's a net $2 billion tax increase. more

Unions Rig Proposal 2 Business 'Support' List

Workers trained to coerce, intimidate business owners for their support; ignored some requests

… bankrolling and supporting Proposal 2 have touted the business … recruiting "took kit" that Proposal 2 supporters provide after … small, knew little about the proposal and better, that operated … union customer base.  The Proposal 2 website listed 597 businesses … came into the shop seeking Proposal 2 support.  Kilwins was not … more

Proposal 2 Would Declaw Emergency Managers in Proposal 1

… the November ballot, some proposals are bound to impact others. The best example is how Proposal 2 impacts Proposal 1, if both issues pass. Proposal 2, which elevates union collective … struggling to pay their bills. Proposal 2, however, would strip emergency … managers in Public Act 4. But Proposal 2 would eliminate one of those … more

Making Sense of Michigan's Ballot Proposals

Chart explains supporters, opponents and what the six proposals mean for Michigan

… November with six statewide proposals that could reshape the state's … getting the most attention is Proposal 2, which would enshrine collective … unions could rollback if the proposal passes. The unions also … former Gov. Jennifer Granholm. Proposal 4 would allow the SEIU to … 2025; a proposal to require a 2/3 vote of the State House and … more

$1.6 Billion in Savings Lost Under Prop 2

Proposal 2, the “Protect Our Jobs” constitutional amendment, … cost to taxpayers should Prop 2 pass. Prop 2 gives government unions an increased … certain, however, is that Prop 2 will supersede several laws that … exhaustive accounting of Prop 2's possible financial burdens. … more

Whitmer’s Prop 2 rollout ‘weakens the integrity of our elections’

Implementing legislation goes far beyond mandate of last year’s voting referendum

… July 18 that will implement Proposal 2 requirements and more. … overwhelmingly in favor of Prop 2, expanding voting rights,” she … heard in every election.” Proposal 2, a Michigan constitutional … well beyond the mandates of Proposal 2, and further weakens the … ongoing costs to implement Proposal 2. Therese Boudreaux is a … more

Does Prop 2 render National Popular Vote unconstitutional in Michigan?

Before Congress or the U.S. Supreme Court, National Popular Vote faces a roadblock: The Michigan Constitution

… Michigan voters last year in Proposal 2. Proposal 2 passed in Nov. 2022 by a … wrote in its analysis of Proposal 2022-2: The proposal would add a provision to … more

Proposal 2: More Power for Government Unions

… the state about the ballot proposals on the Nov. 6 ballot. We'll … Referendum on PA 4 Today: Proposal 2, The 'Collective Bargaining' Amendment A “yes” vote on Proposal 2 would allow government union … law could change that. If Proposal 2 is adopted, passing a right-to-work … employer to the union. If Proposal 2 passes, other solid labor … more

BREAKING NEWS: 'Protect Working Families' Lists Proposal 2 Business Supporters Without Their Knowledge

… Families" website promoting Proposal 2, lists 598 small businesses … wife's business supports Proposal 2. The Proposal 2 supporter's website lists … business was listed on a Proposal 2 website at all. And some … that block was that the Proposal 2 supporter who walked that … more

NYT: Prop 2 'An Embarrassing Loss for Labor'

… Times reports that the failure of Proposal 2 is “an embarrassing loss for labor … The Times also pointed out that Proposal 2 received about 600,000 fewer votes … Caller noted that the rejection of Proposal 2 “was a major defeat for teachers’ … Obama Democrats voted against [the proposal].” more

Proposal 2 Is Not Good For Government Union Workers

...or taxpayers, as Illinois shows what can happen when unions get nearly everything they want

… that the main supporters of Proposal 2, which would guarantee public … happen in this state if Proposal 2 gives those unions the power … school employee unions pushing Proposal 2 have touted dozens of laws … workers. ~~~~~ See also: Proposal 2: The 'Collective Bargaining' … Billion in Savings Lost Under Prop 2 more

SEIU 'Dues Skim' and U-M Research Assistant Bills Brought On Proposal 2

Issues brought to the forefront by the Mackinac Center cited by UAW President as reasons for ballot proposal

… key role in bringing about Proposal 2. That's what United Auto … in a recent interview. Proposal 2 on the 2012 ballot was a … In the wake of the ballot proposal's defeat, Michigan became … led to the unions putting Proposal 2 on the ballot. Excerpts … later became Proposal 2 on March 2. That was actually before Gov. … more

Collective Bargaining a 'Right' to Coerce

… stuff. The union-funded Proposal 2 would amend the Michigan … to coerce another group. Proposal 2 would label that power a … this exercise. Language in Proposal 2 limits its effect on private-sector … not chosen to do so, and Proposal 2 would prohibit it from ever … employers, and these are what Proposal 2 is really all about. In … more

Super-Seniority

Prop 2 Would Protect Union Bosses at the Expense of Qualified Teachers

… to eventually end these "last in/first out" and "dance of the lemons" policies that weaken the overall quality of Michigan's teacher corps. If Proposal 2 passes, however, it's expected that most school districts will revert back to the pre-reform status quo. And for all the talk about how collective … more

Proposal 2 Could Protect Teachers Who Are Drunk, Dealing Drugs in the Classroom

Bay City contract shows what can happen when local union provisions overrule state laws

… Michigan voters approve Proposal 2 on Nov. 6, insane government … systems and more. But if Proposal 2 is enshrined in the state … at the bargaining table, (Proposal 2) would overturn that.' "  … provision unenforceable, but Proposal 2 would wipe that out. If … The relevant provision of the proposal reads, “No existing or future … more

Prop 2 May Put FOIA on Ice for Media, Others

… Detroit News on Sept. 27, 2012.) Proposal 2 on the Nov. 6 Michigan ballot would … on government operations. Under Prop 2, nothing would prevent state or local … is entirely possible that under Prop 2 government officials might be tempted … employee unions and the public. Proposal 2 could make discovering what government … more

Which Ballot Proposals Are 'Grassroots'?

… Rick Haglund writes that the 2/3 tax limitation and international bridge ballot proposals are not a grassroots effort. If you think a proposal on the November ballot requiring … tax-limitation group, you’re wrong. Proposal 5 is another maneuver by … employee union AFSCME. Proposal 2: The 'Protect Our Jobs' … more

Proposal 2 Would Cost Taxpayers $1.6 Billion Per Year, New Analysis Says

'Protect Our Jobs' initiative will be voted on in November

If Proposal 2 were to pass this November, it would cost taxpayers … savings would be due to Proposal 2 superseding Gov. Rick Snyder’s … F. Vincent Vernuccio. "Prop 2, the ‘Protect Our Jobs’ constitutional … One estimate found that if Proposal 2 was adopted, it could impact … $894,707 in savings. "If it (Proposal 2) passes, the sky is the … more

UAW Video Shows Political Influence

Proposal 2 on Michigan’s Nov. 6 general election ballot, once … the governor. This radical proposal and a campaign ad promoting … ballot. However, this year’s Proposal 2 will be on the ballot, and … (“paycheck protection”). While Proposal 2 primarily affects law overseeing … institutional gain. Should Proposal 2 pass, union bosses like … more

Union Members Down, Money For SEIU Up

'Dues skim' contributes to higher union funding

… Michigan filed its annual (LM-2) disclosure report with the Office … $11,974,800. Meanwhile, the LM-2 reports show that Healthcare … constitution through a ballot proposal. Only part of the $11,974,800 … disclosures in the union's LM-2 reports over the past four years … fee rate” section of its LM-2 reports for 2010 and 2011. Other … more

Media Resoundingly Rejects Prop 2, Prop 4

Only two weekly newspapers support either of the union-backed plans to alter the state constitution

As Election Day looms, Proposal 2 and Proposal 4 are without any serious … in the state has endorsed Proposal 2, which would allow union … newspaper endorsements through Nov. 2 and confirms the lack of support. … have all come out against Proposal 2. De Leeuw said the Lansing … more

Michigan Press Association and Mackinac Center Joint Statement on Proposal 2 and the Freedom of Information Act

‘Chilling effects on citizens’ right to know’

… the public warning about the implications that Proposal 2 would have on government transparency. If passed … students two times before they are fired.  “If Proposal 2 is adopted it will become harder to discover … affects Michigan citizens directly,” Young said. “Proposal 2 offers a change to the constitution that could … more

How the Chicago Teacher Union Strike Affects Michigan

Michigan Ballot Proposal Could Nullify State's No Strike Law

… Beek said. "Unfortunately, [Proposal 2] the union-backed 'Protect … these reforms at risk." Proposal 2 will be on the Nov. 6 ballot. … soon come to Michigan if Proposal 2 passes. "The union bosses behind this deceptive proposal are telling parents it will … is the coalition opposing Proposal 2. ~~~~~ See also: CapCon … more

Proposal 1 a Referendum on PA 4

… the state about the ballot proposals on the Nov. 6 ballot. We'll … day this week explaining proposals 1 through 5.) Proposal 1 on the ballot is a referendum … law. The wording of this proposal — and thus whether to vote … to Oakland County and saved $2 million annually while increasing … more

Prop 2 Supporters Putting Out Questionable Info

The proponents of Proposal 2 have been less than forthright lately in their bid to lock into the Michigan … not agree to be on the list and disagree with Proposal 2. One company called immediately to have its … should have the facts when voting on ballot proposals that would overhaul the state's political sys … more

Despite Rampant Tenure Abuses, Proposal 2 Would Wipe Out Slight Reform

Teachers caught with drugs, assaulting students, engaging in sex crimes and distributing alcohol to minors were all protected

… affiliate, believes that passing Proposal 2 “would restore dignity” … positive impact on children."  Proposal 2 guarantees the ability of … nullified by the passage of Proposal 2. Greenwood believes "none" … administrators or taxpayers. Proposal 2 would wipe out even this … kids. ~~~~~ See also: Proposal 2: The 'Collective Bargaining' … more

Vernuccio Talks Prop 2 on Fox Business

… Vincent Vernuccio was on “After the Bell” on Fox Business Tuesday afternoon, discussing the crushing blow organized labor took with the defeat of Proposal 2 last week. Vernuccio also talked about the ramifications of the election on “The Tony Conley Show” on WILS AM1320 in Lansing and wrote about it … more

Michigan Ballot Proposals

… compiled analysis and commentary on the following proposals expected to appear on the statewide ballot in … post additional material regarding these ballot proposals as Center analysts develop new content in the … Election Update! "Emergency Manager" law repealed Prop 2: Election Update! "Collective Bargaining" Amendment … more

Prop 2 Supporters Misled on Other States

The proponents of Proposal 2 made the rounds claiming that collective … constitutions and therefore Proposal 2 was nothing new or radical. … agencies, their grievances and proposals through representatives of … Article 13, Sections 1 and 2 of Hawaii’s Constitution allow … with Michigan’s now failed Proposal 2, the states that put private-sector … more

Prop 2 Would Change at Least 170 Laws

… is reporting that proponents of Proposal 2 claim the constitutional amendment … by the amendment. The lawyer for Proposal 2, Andrew Nickelhoff, didn’t contradict … issues at the bargaining table, [Proposal 2] would overturn that.' "  In short, if Proposal 2 were to pass, a local bargaining … more

Video Confirms Negative Union Stereotypes

… presence of the union-funded Proposal 2 on Michigan’s Nov. 6 ballot. Proposal 2 would give provisions of … more than $1 million to the Proposal 2 campaign through July of … as unions.” This year’s Proposal 2 initiative to change the … year’s even more radical Proposal 2 — initially and aptly dubbed … more

Prop 2 Supporters Say States Without Unionized Teachers ‘Among the Worst’ On Standardized Tests — Michigan Scores Lower Than Them All

… previous site. The group supporting Proposal 2, the collective bargaining ballot … based on just one variable like Proposal 2's proponents are doing is misleading … — far higher than the states the Proposal 2 supporters attempt to make a comparison … as "false." ~~~~~ See also: Proposal 2: The 'Collective Bargaining' Ame … more

Prop 2 Supporters Change Name

… a name? Plenty if you’re Proposal 2. The unions behind the proposal to change the state constitution officially … Working Families.” We know Prop 2 would apply mostly to government … appeal even if the ballot proposal still does not reach a broader … lost to taxpayers under Prop 2. "The fact that they’re changing … more

Constitutional Convention Won’t Fix Michigan’s Problems (Michigan Capitol Confidential)

… Problems"). Michigan voters on Nov. 2 will face Proposal 1, which will ask whether … convention in the first place. Proposal 1 will be on the ballot because … they disapprove by more than 2-to-1 when told the cost could … started with. The passage of Proposal 1 would set a process in … more

Constitutional Convention Won’t Fix Michigan’s Problems

On Nov. 2, Michigan voters will face Proposal 1, which will ask whether … convention in the first place. Proposal 1 will be on the ballot because … they disapprove by more than 2-to-1 when told the cost could … started with. The passage of Proposal 1 would set a process in … more

Commentary: Unions Ducking the Truth With Proposal 2 Ad

Excessive union contracts have bankrupted cities, school districts

… essence tell viewers that Proposal 2 is a harmless plan even … the state's constitution. Proposal 2 supporters don't want voters … want people to know that Proposal 2 would benefit only union … want people to know that Proposal 2 would take away worker freedoms … want you to know that if the proposal fails, nothing changes. … more

Transit: So Popular it Needs to be Subsidized

Michigan Proposal 1 spends an extra $116 million on mass transit

The May 5 Michigan sales tax ballot measure, which if approved by voters will trigger a $2 billion net tax increase, would add $116 million to current state mass transit spending, mostly subsidies to local bus agencies. A recent MLive article describes the views of some people who support or oppose … more

Love it or Hate it, Voters are Aware of Proposal 1

Poll suggests substantial turnout on May 5

… side in the battle over the Proposal 1 sale tax increase on the … The poll, conducted April 1, 2, and 4, consisted of robocalls … know how you’ll vote. Press 2 if you’re still gathering information. … landlines. ~~~~~ See also: Proposal 1 Will Cost Average Michigan … Taxes Michigan's May Tax Proposal Policy Brief: Proposal 1 … more

Commentary: Prop 4 Supporters Promise Programs That Already Exist

Home-based caregiver proposal would lock SEIU unionization scheme into state constitution

… the unions telling people what Proposal 2 won’t do instead of what it will … recovery. Monette then says that Proposal 4 ensures that will continue. Guess … continue without the passage of Proposal 4. The federal Home Help Program … care already exists in Michigan. Proposal 4 does nothing to keep people any … more