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Michigan ranks 31st out of 50 states in economic freedom in new study by Fraser Institute
A new study conducted by the Canada-based Fraser Institute entitled “Economic Freedom of North America" found that economic freedom is largely tied to prosperous outcomes in countries across the world, reports the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.
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Michigan lawmakers were no-shows for over 3,000 roll call votes in 2020
Every time a lawmaker voices a "yea" or "nay" vote on a piece of legislation, it will undoubtedly impact the livelihood of their constituents.
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Mackinac Center for Public Policy urges Michigan Legislature to guide COVID-19 response
The Mackinac Center for Public Policy recently published a release on its website advocating for immediate action by Michigan’s Legislature to guide the state’s approach in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Mackinac Center: The right sum for the next COVID-19 federal relief is $0
While President Donald Trump and Congressional leadership contend over the terms of another federal bailout that could range anywhere from $200 billion to $1 trillion, providing state and local governments with additional COVID-19 relief funds, critics argue that there shouldn't be another bailout at all.
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Mackinac Center applauds Michigan’s efforts in stopping union dues collection
The Mackinac Center for Public Policy is praising Michigan Civil Service Commission’s proposed rule change that would end the automatic deduction of union dues from the paychecks of public employees.
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State criticized for granting lucrative subsidies to Acrisure Insurance
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation has approved $7 million in tax incentives for Acrisure Insurance as it plans to move from Caledonia to Grand Rapids in 2021.