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    Tag: Taxes

    Walberg, Michigan Republican Congressmen Vote To Repeal


    By JGillman, Section News
    Posted on Fri May 17, 2013 at 12:07:43 PM EST
    Tags: Michigan, Congress, Republicans, Repeal, Treasury, Taxes, Contributions, Constitution, Obamacare, ACA, Candice Miller, Fred Upton, Dave Camp, Tim Walberg, Gary Peters, Dan Beneshek, Defund Away, IRS (all tags)

    The vote to repeal Obamacare like the original vote was decided along party lines sans two Dems who acknowledge the catastrophe their party has wrought.

    All of Michigan's Republicans stepped up to the plate to 'repeal' the 'affordable' health care act, with a couple of them making sure you know they did. It marks the third time the House has voted to fully repeal this law since 2011. Rep Tim Walberg (R-CD7) voted in favor of H.R. 45 to repeal the President's health care law, and said the following:

    "The reality of Obamacare is millions of Americans losing access to their current health care coverage, job destroying tax hikes and mandates, and massive health insurance premium increases.  This government takeover of health care will hurt families, hurt small businesses, hurt retirees, and hurt Americans seeking to find work in our tough economy, so I voted today to repeal it.  I support common sense, patient-centered solutions such as ending lawsuit abuse, expanding the flexibility of medical savings accounts, and allowing the purchase of insurance across state lines, that will truly make health care more affordable and help families."
    And he wasn't the only one.

    Fred Upton (R-CD6) heads the Energy and Commerce committee, which uses the platform to examine the costs of Obamacare (and actually uses THAT Name for it, which I find inappropriate and strange)as reported by insurers.

    Candace Miller (R-CD10) referencing previous appropriations efforts alongside the repeal vote says:

    "There is nothing more personal to each and every American than their health care and their relationship with their doctor.  And no issue is more important to each and every American than having a growing economy and job security.  Today the House acted for the 37th time to repeal ObamaCare because it puts at risk the doctor-patient relationship and it will destroy jobs and put countless others at risk.

    To make matters even worse, last Friday the IRS admitted that it unfairly and improperly targeted conservative groups for extra scrutiny by using purely political motives for conducting their duties to enforce the tax code.  So now because of ObamaCare every American will not only have to submit all private information about their income and earnings to the IRS, they now will also now have to supply their most private health information to a government agency that currently does not have the trust of the American people.

    ObamaCare has a myriad of fatal flaws that call for one action - the full repeal. The House has once again acted to get this job done and now if the Senate will join us we can get to work on a replacement to ObamaCare that has patient-centered reforms focused on protecting the doctor-patient relationship instead of putting it at risk, reducing costs instead of raising them, expanding access to care for all Americans instead of putting current care at risk, and finally creating jobs instead of destroying jobs."

    And Dave Camp (R-CD4) listed a few reasons a couple days ago why repeal is a good plan.

    Continued below

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    Off Cycle Vote Alert - Midland


    By JGillman, Section News
    Posted on Fri May 03, 2013 at 05:19:42 PM EST
    Tags: Midland, MI, Public Schools, Bonds, Off Cycle Elections, Taxes, IB, Common Core, Parent Concerns (all tags)

    There are two Midland school requests up on May 7, 2013

    The school superintendent wants all you Midland conservatives to make sure you get out and VOTE!

    "two ballot proposals for your consideration if you are residents of the Midland Public Schools district. One, is a Sinking Fund proposal requesting 2.0 mills (millage) to be used for facility upgrades, renovations, construction and improvements. The second, a proposal for a .9 mills (millage) for the sale of Bonds totaling $20,880,000 to purchase equipment, security technology, infrastructure, etc., to support the district's technology plan"
    The Plan Boss! The PLAN!

    OK get the midget imagery out of your head Tutu.

    Grab an adult stylized beverage, fire up the wi-fidelity, and spend the weekend acquainting yourself with some of the issues surrounding such requests, and go to the polls a happy informed citizen on Tuesday.

    More below

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    A Message To Our Legislators - Beware False Choices

    Congressman Miller Statement On Tax Day


    By JGillman, Section News
    Posted on Mon Apr 15, 2013 at 02:46:11 PM EST
    Tags: Michigan, Taxes, Tax Code, Congress, Candice Miller (all tags)

    WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Candice Miller (MI-10) today made the following statement marking Tax Day:


    "Today as millions of Americans rush to complete their federal income return and file it before the midnight deadline, it is more clear than ever that our tax code is overly complex and in desperate need of reform.  It is simply ridiculous that the average American family needs to spend countless hours simply trying to comply with the tax code or that many need to hire an army of accountants to make certain they comply.

    Enough is enough.  It is time eliminate special interest tax breaks and deductions for a few so that we can simplify the tax code and lower rates for everyone. A more flatter, fairer and far simpler tax code will not only allow families to focus on meeting their needs instead of complying with the law, it will also promote economic growth that will create jobs and allow our economy to thrive.  This is the year to finally get that job done."

    Looking forward to your proposed fair or flat tax legislation Congressman.

    (2 comments) Comments >>

    Without a Paddle...


    By Corinthian Scales, Section News
    Posted on Mon Mar 11, 2013 at 10:39:58 AM EST
    Tags: First Responder is always YOU, Michigan, Bowing To The King, gun CONTROL, Perpetuating Need, Destroying Self Reliance, Breaking Responsibility, James O'Keefe, Sheriff David Clarke Jr., Rule of Law, 2A, un-a-LIEN-able, Liberties, American, Self-Reliance, Education, Responsibility, Oaths, Purge Violators, SB59, Rick Snyder Veto, Firearm Registration, Government sanctioned Homicide Zones, Be a victim, CMU, Rape, Robberies, Crony Capitalism, MEDC, Taxes, One Term Nerd (all tags)

    "You're on your own, and that's the truth." - Sheriff David Clarke Jr.

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    Wayne County Taxpayers Assessment Program Returns


    By JGillman, Section News
    Posted on Sat Feb 16, 2013 at 10:09:16 AM EST
    Tags: Rose Bogaert, Wayne County Taxpayers Inc, Taxes, Appeals, Michigan (all tags)

    Back by popular demand, the Wayne County Taxpayer's Inc will be holding another "How to Appeal Your Property Assessment" program.

    Rose Bogaert of WCTaxpayers, says

    "Foreclosures are up for nonpayment of mortgages. They are also up for non payment of taxes. The rules allow foreclosures after two years of nonpayment of taxes. Many people have lost their lifetime investment due to job loss or wage cuts. This is a buyer's market, if you can find someone to finance you."
    She notes also, that despite the buyers market, tax increases are expected most everywhere due to reversion on sale of property, and cap increases hitting the actual value.

    The event is billed as 'free' but donations will be accepted (A buck or two will be much appreciated ) to help defray the cost of materials.

    Location: Metro South Church
    21080 Penn Street
    Taylor, MI

    (at I 75 and Eureka next to Home Depot)
    Wednesday, February 20, 2013
    7:00 PM

    For contact info, this information is posted on Rose's page

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    Wednesday Divertere


    By JGillman, Section Multimedia
    Posted on Wed Feb 13, 2013 at 11:04:20 AM EST
    Tags: Michigan, State Senate, Tourism, Boating, Economy, Senator Proos, Taxes, Fuel Taxes, Donor State Taxes, Dredging, Say Please (all tags)

    Given the previous article, I thought you all might enjoy this one.

    Michigan State Senator Proos talks about dredging as it relates to water use tourism, and the dollars flowing in from it. Concerned about a boating traffic 'shutdown' he notes the economic costs of our great big bathtubs filling up with silt.

    At the end, as always, our daddies in Washington are pleaded to, for consideration in getting some of our allowance money to pay for getting our toys into the harbor.

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    Snyder was SO UPSET at Bob King and Prop 2


    By Corinthian Scales, Section News
    Posted on Fri Feb 08, 2013 at 09:11:07 PM EST
    Tags: Rick Snyder, Loves him some Prevailing Wage, Filling the Pockets Of Friends, Obamacare, Exchanges, gas tax, Sales Tax, registration fees, Spending Your Kids Inheritance, Entitlements, Taxes, SB 59, Snyder veto, Centrists lost 2012, Primary, Republicans, 2014, One Term Nerd (all tags)

    Somebody really needs to check the Nerd for Granholm's moles.

    Detroit News

    The Republican governor told reporters trying to repeal prevailing wages is a "very divisive" issue. He says he's instead focusing on getting support for his new state budget and ensuring changes affecting the state's largest health insurer get to his desk.

    House Republicans say state agencies, universities and school districts could save money if they didn't have to pay prevailing wages.

    MORE

    So, instead of finding cost savings for the taxpayer, the Governerd says, "Hey! It's just so much easier to keep raiding the little peoples wallets. Besides, have you seen the Democrat, and unions that I'm in cahoots with?".  Anybody thinks for one moment that the Nerd wanted anything to do with Freedom To Work Law in this state .. they have a room temperature IQ.

    Speaker Bolger, this rests squarely on your shoulders now.

    (3 comments) Comments >>

    Looking For A Governor


    By JGillman, Section News
    Posted on Thu Feb 07, 2013 at 02:28:58 PM EST
    Tags: Michigan, Bad Doggie, Rick Snyder, Spending Your Kids Inheritance, Entitlements, Taxes, Primary, Republicans, 2014 (all tags)

    I would have thought it hard to consider a primary challenge to Rick Snyder a real possibility.

    Given the courage to stand up for what is only right, and sign Freedom-To-Work legislation, it seemed like Rick Snyder sealed the deal for a 2014 re-election bid.  Anyone who would have challenged him would have to have a good explanation as to WHY they might oppose such a righteous outcome.  As some have said, its easier to train a bad Chihuahua to be good, than euthanize it and get a good Sheepdog. (I know that no-one has put it that way, but it just seemed appropriate.) Puppy training our governor seemed to have worked, and by golly that big bite for the rights of Michiganders was worthy of a few accidents on the rug.

    But alas, he is chewing up the furniture and foaming at the mouth now:

    Governor Rick Snyder became only the 6th governor in the US to back Medicaid expansion in accordance with The Affordable Care Act (Obamacare). Details here. The conservative Heritage Foundation has estimated that this action will cost Michigan taxpayers an additional $835 million.

    The assumption might be that these funds will be reimbursed by the federal government. Do you really believe that? And even if the feds did cover that cost, where do you think that money is coming from?

    That and the budget ballooning to $51 Billion??!:
    "The total executive budget recommendation for fiscal year 2014, including all state and federal revenue sources, is $50.9 billion.
    Leaves one question.

    Do ya folks think its possible old Yeller's got the rabies?

    If so, you KNOW what that means.

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