… BILL 5751 (Establish new ethanol, alternative fuel subsidies) Introduced by state Rep. Fred Miller, D – Mt. Clemens Would authorize a specialty license plate recognizing alternative fuels, and give the net revenue generated from sale of the plates to the subsidy and promotion program proposed by House …
… (Transfer transportation revenue to other spending) Introduced by state Rep. Lee Gonzales, D-Flint Authorize the transfer of $13 million of drivers' license fee money, which under current law must be used for economic development-related transportation infrastructure projects, to instead be used for other …
… bills to extend for another six years "temporary" increases passed by the previous Legislature in business incorporation fees, investment advisor license fees, etc. 6. A bill to spend $60 million raised by borrowing against future tobacco lawsuit proceeds for tourism industry promotion. 7. A bill …
… creating jobs in the state: In the past few years, it has, among other things, passed a $600 million business tax hike, new and higher state business licensing fees and a "re-monopolization" of the electric utilities. These price hikes cannot escape the law of demand. As with expensive wheat, the opportunity …
… resistance has stymied federal law. The REAL ID Act of 2005 is a U.S. federal law that was to impose new security standards for a state's driver's licenses. Many states opposed it with their own state laws, and the act has not been implemented, Boldin said. "Basically a bunch of people all across the …
… Violence Against Women Act of 1994. The REAL ID Act of 2005 is a U.S. federal law that was to impose new security standards for a state's driver's licenses. Many states opposed it with their own state laws and the act has not been implemented, according to The 10th Amendment Center, a public policy think …
… designers Introduced by state Sen. Patricia Birkholz, R-Saugatuck The bill would impose licensure and regulation on interior designers, with annual license fees, at least six years of education and/or professional experience prerequisites, testing requirements to standards established by a board of incumbent …
… respond to perceived problems. In a political society, for example, these officials attempt to ensure the quality of goods and services by requiring licenses to practice certain trades, and requiring government approval before certain products may be sold. They attempt to guarantee quality education by …
… in the Senate (30 to 7), passed in the House (77 to 28) To allow rebate coupons and other liquor sales promotions; authorize $50,000 wine auction licenses; and increase bootlegging penalties and enforcement measures. This is one of the revenue sources proposed to close the gap between expected state …
… teachers while streamlining the process of determining which teachers are subject to fines. In particular, striking teachers will put their teaching licenses at risk if the proposals are passed. The legislation is a positive step, but if the Legislature really wants to put an end to strike talk, there’s …
… statewide in light of Michiganders’ millions of liquor purchases every year. According to the state Liquor Control Commission’s 2009 Revenue, Sales and Licensing Statistics report, some 6.7 million cases of liquor were sold in Michigan in fiscal 2009 at a cost of more than $940 million. “Other studies suggest …
… dishonest, writing “despite the column’s claims the state does not set distribution territories. Brewers and wineries do, and the number of distributor licenses is not restricted.” I never wrote that the state sets the territories as if the Legislature itself drew them up. The authors are creating a straw …
… late as June, 2012. Crains reports that Michigan will also apply for a PPACA Information Technology grant by year’s end, and quotes a state licensing bureau official who says this requires enactment of legislation here creating an exchange. The Arkansas News provides additional detail on the …
… late as June, 2012. Crains reports that Michigan will also apply for a PPACA Information Technology grant by year’s end, and quotes a state licensing bureau official who says this requires enactment of legislation here creating an exchange. The Arkansas News provides additional detail on the …
… Contract out for garbage collection. Savings: $6.4 million annually. Privatize inspections for mechanical, electrical, plumbing or building permits and licenses. We estimated in 2000 that the possible savings for privatizing these positions could top $5.1 million. Sell Bell Isle: $370 million in one-time …
… considered an advocate of limited and frugal government. He told CapCon that during the meeting a DNR official took the podium to describe the driver’s license “Recreation Passport” program and then — with a dramatic pause reminiscent of TV game shows — announced that Flushing Township had won some $18,000 …
… money “isn’t enough” and that he was working to increase it to $100 million. In 2009, Richardville voted with Senate Republicans to block drivers license renewal after three unpaid parking tickets. The bill was criticized as ineffective and simply a way for state government to get money to fund other …
… Bill 756, Ban hands-on cell phone use by new drivers: Passed 28 to 10 in the Senate To prohibit an individual with a level 1 or 2 graduated drivers license status (new drivers age 17 or younger) from operating a motor vehicle while using a hands-on cell phone. Who Voted "Yes" and Who Voted "No" Senate …
… May to state that people will be limited to three unpaid parking tickets (down from six) before the Secretary of State will not renew a driver’s license. Once the tickets are paid, there is an additional $45 Secretary of State “clearance fee.” Some of this money is a fine, but some of it is used for …
… Ohio, Indiana and Wisconsin, but state government stands to profit as well. In order to sell fireworks in Michigan, retailers must purchase an annual license costing $1,000 for permanent locations and $600 for temporary locations. In addition to Michigan’s 6 percent sales tax, state law requires a 6 percent …
… prices is similar to arguing that strict taxicab regulations should continue in order to avoid a decline in the artificially high price of a taxi license. Such arguments focus on the short-term costs of transitioning to a freer public school system, and ignore the long-term benefits of increased educational …
… "independent power producer" facility, from a licensure mandate that prohibits an individual from earning a living as an electrician without a state license (which among other things requires at least four years of apprenticeship in which 8,000 hours of experience must be accumulated). Who Voted "Yes" …
… Senate Bill 1335, Increase threshold to impose new government workplace safety rules: Passed 25 to 12 in the Senate To require the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs to not just assert that there is a “clear and convincing need” to impose on employers a new occupational health and safety …
… jobs; taxpayers to foot bill." The article said there will be one new specialist position and one or two clerical positions in the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs in response to the enactment of the state's new right-to-work law. It quoted one union official critical of the hiring. "It's …
… designate mourning doves as a game species, but potentially could designate wolves. Also, to allow members of the military to obtain hunting and fishing licenses for free. Who Voted "Yes" and Who Voted "No" Senate Bill 29, Mandate “bittering agents” in antifreeze: Passed 36 to 1 in the Senate To mandate …
… registration (licensure) mandate on auctioneers, which requires two years experience in the field and passing a test. A recent state report on occupational licensing recommended repeal, noting there have been no auctioneer-related public complaints to the state in the past three years. Nevertheless, existing auctioneers …
… wants to make a living cutting hair, painting houses or installing security alarms, he or she needs the state's permission through occupational licensing. Transfats, incandescent light bulbs, Styrofoam and candy cigarettes all are targets for the statists. As Mayor Bloomberg told The Atlantic, "People …
… what you do for a living? Gillie: My Dad was a builder and rented out houses, leading to me learning the rental business and getting a builder’s license to build Gillie’s Coney Island Restaurant. He did this in addition to working full-time at General Motors. I got into the restaurant business because …
… don't know if that is a responsibility that rests outside our organization. Sen. Meekhof: Would you be opposed if someone from LARA (Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs) or another department give them that information? Pratt: I believe the way PA 349 is written and the way it's been construed …
… entered two horses in separate races in 1981.[65] A urinalysis of the horses found evidence of a prohibited substance in each horse. The trainer’s license was suspended for two years pursuant to the “insurer rule,” which imposed absolute responsibility for the condition of the horses upon the trainer.[*] …
… looked broadly at how tough alcohol regulatory laws were. It found “no statistically significant differences between the 18 control states and the 32 license states (and the District of Columbia) in rates of alcohol-related deaths, drunk-driving fatalities or binge drinking.” They also found “similar results …
… get this done. I'm hoping to move this before autumn." ~~~~~ See also: Pols Admit Bad Votes On Bad Driver Fees Three Unpaid Parking Tickets? No License! Legislator: Speed Traps 'a Tax On the Poor'
… See also: Draconian Traffic Fee Law Moving Toward the Chopping Block Pols Admit Bad Votes On Bad Driver Fees Three Unpaid Parking Tickets? No License! Legislator: Speed Traps 'a Tax On the Poor'
… allow a person to do 10 hours of “community service” in lieu of paying a state “bad driver fee” for certain offences, including driving without a license and failing to have or produce proof of insurance. The fees for these particular offences were repealed by a 2011 law, so the bill would apply only …
… House Bill 5649, Recognize terminal patients’ “right to try” unapproved treatments: Passed 109 to 0 in the House To prohibit state officials and licensing boards from sanctioning health care providers who participate in providing non-FDA approved experimental drugs and treatments to terminal patients …
… to be legal, but was sentenced to 270 days in prison and a $10,000 fine for unlawfully disposing of the tires because the facility didn’t have a license. Lisa Snyder, who faced charges of operating an illegal daycare because she helped her neighbor’s children board the school bus each morning, free …
… of Portage. Basically, set up a system that fits within the character of a community but doesn’t ban them outright,” said Dalton. Portage uses a licensing system that calls for periodic review and seeks to eliminate unscrupulous or negligent operators. Salemi said discussion of any changes to the city’s …
… 12 Bills Introduced by Rep. Todd Courser (R) House Joint Resolution Z: Ban Obamacare exchange House Bills 4731, 4732 and 4733: Repeal marriage license requirement, and marriages performed by government officials House Bill 4380: Eliminate straight-ticket ballot option House Bills 4339 and 4340: Repeal …
… 2003, a man named Kenneth Schumacher delivered scrap tires to what he believed to be a legal depository. Unbeknown to him, the facility lacked a license — which was no defense when he was subsequently prosecuted for the strict liability offense of the unlawful disposal of scrap tires. He was convicted, …
… Clemens, Michigan who attended a monthly “Funk Night” party at an art gallery in Detroit. It was alleged that the gallery did not possess a proper license to hold such an event. Police raided the facility, seizing and impounding 44 vehicles parked outside on the street. One of these cars was Sutton's, …
… purchases from a licensed firearms dealer.) The bill would clarify that a person who inherits a pistol would have 30 days to get this government license after taking physical possession of the pistol. Who Voted “Yes” and Who Voted “No” House Bill 4321, Restrict warrantless residence searches: Passed …
… transportation budget in state history, except for one in 2009 that used federal stimulus money and one some years back that involved the sale of permanent license plates.” “Anyone who drives as much as I drive knows that we have projects under way all around the state,” Pettalia continued. “Money is being spent …
… to do jail time for catching a fish he didn’t realize was protected, or being smacked with hefty fines for failing to properly display a camping license on his tent. The bills currently sit in the Senate Judiciary Committee, chaired by Sen. Rick Jones, R-Grand Ledge, who has said he hopes to take …
… Voted “No” House Bill 4598, Impose licensure on midwives To impose a state licensure mandate on midwives, including regulations and a $200 annual license fee. Who Voted “Yes” and Who Voted “No” SOURCE: MichiganVotes.org, a free, non-partisan website created by the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, …
… traffic enforcement cameras to send tickets. Those who don’t respond would be subject to the most stringent measures short of jail, including driver’s license suspension, wage garnishment, impounding vehicles and even a putting lien on your property because a camera accused you of not paying a toll. Under …
… rankings are based on 26 categories of taxation — everything from property, sales, income and business taxes; transfer and severance taxes; taxes on licenses for amusements and many more. The full list and an explanation of how the rankings were calculated are detailed in the report, “State-Local Tax Burden …
… to franchising as we know it.” Franchises – McDonald’s restaurants are the best-known examples – involve a local business, a “franchisee,” that licenses brands and trademarks from another company, called a ‘franchiser.” Trade association experts say this popular business model accounts for nearly …
… services that make money by finding apparent owners who pay them for having found the property. The bill would impose the equivalent of a $300 annual license fee on these services in addition to the cost of any records they purchase. Who Voted “Yes” and Who Voted “No” House Bill 4580, Let local governments …
… should also be noted that estimates only look at the state’s two largest accounts, the General and School Aid funds. Gas and vehicle registration (license plate) taxes — both of which were recently increased — are earmarked to different accounts. The projections also exclude money from other sources …
… test. Who Voted “Yes” and Who Voted “No” House Bill 4426, Reduce points for barely speeding: Passed 75 to 34 in the House To reduce the drivers license points imposed for exceeding speed limits by 5 mph or less to one point from two points. The current two points would still apply to speeds above …
… suspected of being involved in criminal activity — for example, cars used to transport people to an establishment thought to be serving alcohol without a license. Once their property is seized, even if they are not charged with a crime, Michigan citizens have to pay money to even start the process of getting …
… immeasurable help to me as I grew into my career, and I am happy to pass them on to each new class of students. But artificial barriers like occupational licenses and minimum wage laws often keep today’s young people out of the job market where they can learn them. The consequences of these policies are the …
… personal income tax. And we are pursuing ideas that would help the most disadvantaged: choices in education, criminal justice reform and occupational licensing reform. So here we are. The task is before us. In 1776, George Mason wrote: “No free government, nor the blessings of liberty can be preserved to …
… Quality, and Transportation departments. Current law defines "governmental actions" for which compensation is required as including certain permit or license denials, restrictive conditions on these and more. The state and federal constitutions requires governments to compensate owners when their property …
… whether to keep their union representatives. We could give people good jobs in the service industries by eliminating unnecessary, protectionist licensing requirements. Lawmakers in both chambers are discussing meaningful tax relief for families. The state could take big steps toward more government …
… on whether to keep their union representatives. We could give people good jobs in service industries by eliminating unnecessary, protectionist licensing requirements. Lawmakers in both chambers are discussing meaningful tax relief for families. The state also could take big steps toward more government …
… examples abound. Airline service disputes famously turn into law enforcement confrontations. Seven decades ago, only 5 percent of Americans needed a license to work, but now the proportion is about 25 percent. It seems nothing is too embarrassingly intimate for government to regulate. Even the capacity …
… Miller (R), to establish a permissive licensure and regulatory regime on fantasy sports games and contests that offer money prizes, with an initial license fee of up to $5,000 for would-be vendors. Referred to committee, no further action at this time. SOURCE: MichiganVotes.org, a free, non-partisan …
… often, these requirements disqualify former offenders on the basis of a crime which may be decades old and wholly unrelated to the work covered by the license. Research from the Manhattan Institute shows that an offender who has a job is 20 percent less likely to commit a new crime that results in jail …
… state that opportunity-seeking migrants want to move to, we could start by lowering the state’s personal income tax rate and reforming many of the licenses required to hold a job in the state. This will make it easier to work, live and raise our incomes and our families, be they originally from Illinois, …
… require the Secretary of State to develop a system for online voter registration on its website. An individual would have to have a valid driver license or state identification card to use the proposed system. Senate Bill 637, Cap allowable fees for 'small cell wireless' systems: Passed 33 to 3 in …
… blanks. The best way to foster broad-based economic growth are broad-based improvements in the state business climate. Reforming our occupational licensing laws, which create job barriers for more than a fifth of all workers in Michigan, would do a lot. A general tax cut will do far more than a targeted …
… licensure, regulation, “apprentice” requirements, examinations, college degree prerequisites, $200 application and “examination” fees and $100 annual license fees, and more to enter the occupation of “art therapy.” The bill would create a Michigan Art Therapists Board comprised of incumbent providers to …
… made the current industry they are a part of possible. The Taylors and the Mackinac Center would both like to see the state lower excise taxes and licensing fees for farmers and craft brewers in Michigan. While many attributes make the Taylors unique supporters, their zest for life and eagerness to try …
… 2018), https://perma.cc/HS8E-3WHJ. [†] The “Jobs” category appears to consist of funding for transportation, workforce and economic development, and licensing and regulatory affairs, with the largest component being the $4.1 billion in total transportation funding. [‡] The Family Independence Agency was …
… procedurally as it includes a much lower “preponderance of the evidence” standard if the penalty is challenged. The House also reduced the driver’s license “points” that are charged for violations of the current law from 4 points to 2 points. The original version of the bill that passed the Senate last …
… important issues and guiding them into the spotlight. For me, this is much more rewarding. There’s nothing quite like talking about occupational licensing to your hairdresser after she’s asked what you’re up to this summer. It’s hard to be apathetic about state policy, especially since it directly affects …
… authorize up to four years in prison and a $5,000 fine for bringing more than around 26 cases of wine or beer into the state without all the required licenses mandated by the state. Smaller quantities would be subject to 93 days in jail. Senate Bill 652, Create environmental rules review committee: Passed …
… director of criminal justice reform at the Mackinac Center, spoke at the event, which addressed many issues she has tackled, including occupational licensing and cash bail. “Little Pink House” Screening To what lengths would you go to save your home from being taken by the government? For some people, …
… Michigan’s open records law to cover the governor’s office and the Legislature; Restraining and pruning Michigan’s overly expansive occupational licensing regime; Improving the Healthy Michigan program’s work requirements rather than weakening or repealing them; Repealing excessive, inappropriate, and …
… the part of Second Amendment advocates, a majority of the House and Senate approved a law that lets law-abiding gun owners get a concealed pistol license. Knowing the issue can be easily demagogued in a political campaign, legislators inserted a modest appropriation into the law, which made it “referendum-proof” …
… already have other ways to levy taxes for roads. For example, Oregon cities are allowed to impose their own fuel taxes. A town can levy a business license tax on fuel dealers, with the amount based on the number of gallons they sell.
… purpose of state funding; how the government should process and manage certain data and records; which specific training qualifies someone for a state license. Other administrative rules, however, go further and restrict the behavior of private individuals, especially business and property owners. These …
… criminal sanctions, one might think there should be clear lines for when violations have occurred. A final example: Public Act 116 of 1973 created licensing requirements and regulations about child care facilities. The statute contains more than 60 sections, and the rules require 54 pages and contain …
… which provided a roadmap for the federal government to end the dues skim. A host of bills moving through the Legislature gets rid of unnecessarily licensing regulations and will make it easier for people to find work. Criminal Justice reform A new state law requires a criminal conviction before the …
… which provided a roadmapfor the federal government to end the dues skim. A host of bills moving through the Legislature gets rid of unnecessarily licensing regulations and will make it easier for people to find work. Criminal Justice reform A new state law requires a criminal conviction before the …
… Incarceration, and allowing more Michiganders to have old criminal convictions set aside. There will be continued debate over limiting the ability of state licensing agencies to consider criminal history that is irrelevant to a job’s requirements, and a new effort to prune the overgrowth of criminal laws — especially …
… has been the commodity most associated with quickly emptying store shelves. Merchants have been threatened with fines, jail time and losing their license for using temporary price increases to prevent hoarding by consumers.
… Michigan’s Regulatory Crimes: Bureaucrats’ Hidden Criminal Law Testimony: Cleaning the Slate: Expungement of Old Criminal Records Testimony: Occupational Licensing and Criminal Backgrounds Article: Debate Rages On Police Reform, Role Of Police Unions In Wake Of Floyd’s Death (Daily Caller) Article: Completing …
… the documents Edwards asked for. In another situation, the Mackinac Center requested files related to an individual licensed by the state. The licensing department said it would respond appropriately, and then ignored the request for months. Within hours of the department being hit with a MCLF lawsuit, …
… tipping point came early this month when her recently reopened salon received an unexpected visit from an inspector with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. The inspector was investigating rumors that she was flouting Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s pandemic-related executive orders. …
… eyeglasses, benefiting millions of people. More than 80% of all polycarbonate ophthalmic lenses produced worldwide come from companies he either issued a license to or headed up during their start-up phases. In his long career, he obtained, along with a co-inventor, 22 patents in the United States and even …
… home regulators and was told last week that Medilodge Milford will be cited for violating health care standards. A spokesman for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs said the facility is under investigation but declined further comment.
… which were also heavily redacted. For example, the second tranche of documents included duplicate copies of a 14-page report from the Michigan Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Department on child care operations. Many other publicly available online documents from various state agencies were also …
… reducing overcriminalization and overregulation, and reforming the police disciplinary process. Changes are needed to the arbitrary occupational licensing regulations, which put needless hurdles in the way of people trying to finding a job or start their own business. “Pod learning” is a new educational …
… restrictions Introduced by Rep. Gary Eisen (R), to exempt elected officials from the “gun free zone” restrictions in the state concealed pistol license law. The exemption would remain in effect for two years after they leave office. These zones include schools, day care facilities, sports stadiums …
… days permitted. But many government agencies go much longer than the 15 days allowed when responding. For example, the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs acknowledged that on July 7 it received a $1,327 payment for documents requested in a FOIA. But the department did not produce …
… has to pay the bills. The city is not giving me a break on my property taxes,” she said. Hackney said she regarded the authorities who revoked her license to serve food and sought court orders to shut her down as “unlawful.” “I run a constitutional business,” she said. Neither the governor nor public …
… most. It’s government regulation that kills trade, stops people from moving and prevents those with criminal backgrounds from getting a job or a license or interferes with their ability to vote. Likewise, many on the right assume all regulations are bad, because they unnecessarily raise costs for …
… days to process a 7-hour request. Universities aren’t the only culprit, though. In June, we filed a FOIA request with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, seeking copies of complaints against businesses alleged to have violated Gov. Whitmer’s COVID-related executive orders. After …
… most. It’s government regulation that kills trade, stops people from moving and prevents those with criminal backgrounds from getting a job or a license, or interferes with their ability to vote. Likewise, many on the right assume all regulations are bad, saying they unnecessarily raise costs for …
… close for indoor dining, citing an increase in COVID-19 cases. Hackney did not close her restaurant, and the state agriculture department revoked her license, citing a state food law. The state filed a complaint in the 55th District Court, which issued a temporary restraining order and a bench warrant for …
… alcohol consumption. His studies found that – regardless of whether a state imposed heavy control, moderate control, light control, or just required a license – there is little correlation between regulation and public safety. It is even noted that Montana, the only heavy control state, had the third highest …
… certainly will send the right signal. But it’s also, in part, the state’s fault that we have a limited supply of educators. Michigan’s teacher licensing and regulatory rules add unnecessary barriers to capable candidates who might enter the education job market. Some of the steps required to earn …
… closures sidelined their services. The situation is so bad that the superintendent of one small mid-Michigan district earned a commercial driver’s license so he could pitch in on some bus routes. But the challenging new reality begs the question of whether districts should stay fully invested in yellow …
… closures sidelined their services. The situation is so bad that the superintendent of one small mid-Michigan district earned a commercial driver’s license so he could pitch in on some bus routes. But the challenging new reality begs the question of whether districts should stay fully invested in yellow …
… complaints within 30 minutes. It also demands that homeowners obtain and provide to the city the name and date of birth of renters as well as the license plate number of any vehicle on their rental property. Though Humphrey is opposed to short-term rentals, revenue from tourism is important to the …
… wondering why her child’s school was closed but others were not. Or a taxpayer wondering why a government employee won’t get back about a basic tax or licensing question. Taxes get collected by the government that levies them, and they get spent on whatever purposes their governing boards decide. What people …
… such grants of power. They address a variety of issues, including plant diseases, Medicaid payments to medical providers, dry cleaning, mobile home licensing, adulterated food products, metal and coal mining, and much more. The design of these statutes varies in significant ways. Some clearly specify …
… orders that affects businesses or individuals. The state environmental department must hold a hearing within seven days if it revokes a business’s license to handle solid waste.[41] Similarly, it must provide a hearing within 15 days of issuing an emergency order to a dam owner.[42] Other requirements …
