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Sales Tax Ballot Language Approved

The Michigan Board of State Canvassers Thursday approved language for the May 5th ballot proposal to raise the state sales tax. The language makes clear that the proposal increases the sales tax from 6% to 7%, replaces the sales tax on gas with a tax on the wholesale price and …

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State Budget Cuts Approved By Senate

The Michigan Senate Thursday approved bills that trim $420 million from the current year budget. The cut in General Fund spending is part of a move to balance this year’s budget, as required by the Michigan Constitution. The bills will now head to the governor’s desk for his signature. The …

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No State Funding Available For Police Body Cams

In the wake of the national debate over alleged police brutality, there are renewed talks at the state Capitol in Lansing about placing body cameras on police officers around Michigan. Some lawmakers are pushing for it, but others indicate the money is not there to do it. State Senate Democrat …

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