MI Congressional representatives, past and present: on Tax Reform


Jack Bergman: Simplify and lower tax rates for everyone

We need tax reform that simplifies and lowers the tax rate for everyone. I support a fairer system that eliminates deductions for special interests who hire lobbying firms. This will help keep taxes low for everyone and create a more free and prosperous nation.

Due to our policies regarding taxes, energy, and trade, it is more expensive to do business in the United States than in many of our largest trading partners. This must change. We should support American work, not tax it.

Source: 2016 Michigan House campaign website BergmanForCongress.com Nov 8, 2016

Brenda Lawrence: I believe in a progressive tax

Q: What do you think needs to be done to make the U.S. tax code fairer?

Brenda Lawrence: I believe in a progressive tax. I think we should not be taxing anyone living below the poverty line. Also, I think we should raise the amount allowed for deductions for children and dependents.

Marcia Squier (Green Party): Several things need to be done to make the tax code fairer. For example, exported goods should be tax exempt, but imported goods should always be taxed. This will discourage corporations from shipping jobs overseas and encourage job creation and retention here at home. I also believe that corporate tax loopholes should be closed, large corporations should be paying the most in taxes. Small businesses should receive tax exemptions and government grants for creating a sustainable, vibrant "Main Street". These same rules should be applied to people as well. The highest earners should pay the highest taxes, while the other 90% should receive tax exemptions and incentives.

Source: VotersGuide on 2016 Michigan House race Nov 1, 2016

Marcia Squier: Highest earners should pay the highest taxes

Q: What do you think needs to be done to make the U.S. tax code fairer?

Marcia Squier: I think that several things need to be done to make the U.S. tax code fairer. For example, exported goods should be tax exempt, but imported goods should always be taxed. This will discourage corporations from shipping jobs overseas and encourage job creation and retention here at home. I also believe that corporate tax loopholes should be closed, large corporations should be paying the most in taxes. Small businesses should receive tax exemptions and government grants for creating a sustainable, vibrant "Main Street". These same rules should be applied to people as well. The highest earners should pay the highest taxes, while the other 90% should receive tax exemptions and incentives.

Rep. Brenda Lawrence (Dem.): I believe in a progressive tax. I think we should not be taxing anyone living below the poverty line. Also, I think we should raise the amount allowed for deductions for children.

Source: VotersGuide on 2016 Michigan House race Nov 1, 2016

Dave Trott: Reduce regulations & update the cumbersome tax code

As a product of the private sector, Dave was on the receiving end of President Obama's costly, job-killing regulations and bureaucratic red tape. Dave experienced firsthand the damage that an out-of-control government can do to an American economy struggling to create jobs. Dave knows that reducing regulations, updating the costly and cumbersome tax code that is stifling job-creation and cutting spending will spur economic activity in Michigan and across our country.
Source: 2014 Michigan House campaign website, TrottForCongress.com Nov 4, 2014

Mike Bishop: Put forth more than $1 billion in cuts in Michigan

Record of Cutting Government Spending and lowering taxes: As a conservative leader had a record of putting forth more than $1 billion in cuts and fought for lower taxes in Michigan. Mike Bishop received a 100% rating from the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Source: 2014 Michigan House campaign website, ElectMikeBishop.com Nov 4, 2014

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