Monthly Archives: November 2011

Court Decision Creates Minor Hole in the FY2012 Budget

Posted on November 22, 2011 by crcforum

On November 18th, the Michigan Supreme Court ruled on the constitutionality of Public Act 38 of 2011, finding that part of the law violated the prohibition on a graduated income tax.  The ruling effectively creates a $60 million hole in … Continue reading →

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Recalling State Officials in Michigan

Posted on November 7, 2011 by crcforum

The State of Michigan was one of the first states (Oregon the other) to allow for the recall of state elected officials (except judges).  The 1908 Michigan Constitution (Article III, Section 8 ) provided the Michigan electorate with this tool … Continue reading →

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Improving the Efficiency of PA 51, a Long Over-Due Reform

Posted on November 1, 2011 by crcforum

In his recent special message delivered to Michigan citizens and the Michigan Legislature, Governor Snyder calls for changes to Public Act 51 of 1951 (commonly referred to as PA 51), the law that governs the distribution of nearly $900 million … Continue reading →

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