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Proposal 5 in Michigan: Tax hike supermajority

Voters will decide whether the Michigan Constitution should require that state tax increases be approved by either a 2/3 majority in the Michigan Legislature or by voters in a November election.

It applies to new state taxes, attempts to expand the tax base, and attempts to increase the rate of tax.

You can find out more about Proposal 5 by reading and listening below.

Moroun money pushing Proposal 5, tax hike supermajority

Lester Graham

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Proposal 5 pros and cons

Lester Graham

There are five proposed amendments to the Michigan Constitution on the ballot. One that could be a game changer for the State of Michigan is Proposal…
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5 things to know about Proposal 5: Tax hike supermajority

Mark Brush

State legislators play the game. Michigan voters will set the rules.The playing field for Michigan lawmakers could change significantly after Nov. 6, if…
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Commentary: Proposal 5 and Michigan's taxes

Nobody likes taxes, and for the last 30 years, we’ve been happily brainwashed into thinking that our taxes are too high.And, as a result, a leading…