Tea Party Candidate Scam in Oakland County has Lansing Roots
After issuing felon charges against former Oakland County Democratic Party executives Michael McGuinness and Jason Bauer in connection with placing false Tea Party candidates on the ballot without the individuals’ knowledge, Oakland County Prosecutor Jessica Cooper and Sheriff Michael Bouchard Wednesday announced the scam originated with someone in Lansing
MEA Talking Strike
The Michigan Education Association (MEA) has reportedly asked its 1,100 locals to authorize action “up to and including a work stoppage” in a letter from MEA President Iris Salter. Teacher strikes have been illegal in Michigan
Dems Seek Constitutional Protection for Collective Bargaining
Senate Democratic Leader Gretchen Whitmer (D-East Lansing) was joined by all 11 of her Senate Democratic colleagues in introducing Senate Joint Resolution I, proposing to amend the Michigan Constitution by adding a new Section 28 to Article I, stating, “"Every person shall have the right to form, join, or assist labor organizations and to bargain collectively through representatives chosen by the members of the labor organizations as to wages, benefits, and conditions of employment." House Democratic Leader Representative Rick Hammel (D-Mt. Morris) stated that he will be introducing an identical measure in the House, expected to be co-sponsored by all 47 Democratic House members.
Measure Moves to Prevent Healthcare Benefits for Live-in Partners
Senate Concurrent Resolution 9, sponsored by Senator Mark Jansen (R-Gaines Township
House Commerce Committee Moves PLA Ban
The House Commerce Committee approved House Bill 4287 Tuesday, legislation to prohibit the use of project labor agreements (PLAs) on projects involving taxpayer funds. The measure, sponsored by Representative Joe Haveman (R-Holland) was passed on a straight party-line vote (12-7) and now moves to the House floor. Senate Bill 165, sponsored by Senator John Moolenaar (R-Midland) is a similar measure awaiting action on the Senate floor.