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    BREAKING NEWS!!! GRANHOLM TO PROPOSE $1.5 BILLION SALES TAX HIKE ON STRUGGLING TAXPAYERS!!!


    By Nick, Section News
    Posted on Wed Feb 07, 2007 at 03:00:23 PM EST
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    Remember, boys and girls, you heard it here first... Jennifer Granholm is at this very moment briefing key legislative leaders on a part of her proposed tax hike.

    This isn't the whole kit and kaboodle, mind you, there's still more to come.

    But today's briefing is covering her proposal to place a brand new 2% sales tax on services in the state of Michigan.

    Nevermind that other states have tried taxing services and gone on to overturn the tariffs immediately...

    And nevermind that the already struggling service industry is the most portable in the state.  All many of them have to do is unplug their computers and head for the border...

    The following is a list compiled by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, an organization that's been aggressively pushing this tax hike for years.  

    Grab your wallets and hold on tight!

    H = services primarily purchased by households
    H/B = services commonly purchased by households and businesses

    Lawn and garden-related services
    H/B Landscaping and gardening
    H/B Lawn care (chemical/fertilizer treatment)
    H/B Lawn mowing
    H/B Lawn installation (soil prep, seeding, sod)
    H/B Tree and shrub care (incl. trimming and removal)
    H/B Landscape architect services

    Pet-related services
    H/B Veterinary services (doctors, hospitals)
    H Horse boarding and training
    H Kennels
    H Pet grooming
    H Pet sitting/walking services
    H Pet training (incl. classes)

    Personal transportation and related services and rentals
    H/B Charter bus/limo/plane/boat - short-term rentals and long-term leases (with or without driver/pilot/crew)
    H/B Car/truck/van/motorcycle/RV/ATV/trailer -- short-term rentals and long-term leases (incl. misc. charges)
    H/B Bus/train/limo/subway tickets and fares (local, inter-, and intra-state)
    H/B Airline tickets (for info. only; sales taxation barred by federal law)
    H/B Taxi fares
    H/B Personal chauffeurs services (separate from vehicle rental)
    H/B Personal pilots services (separate from plane rental)

    Storage and moving services
    H/B Auto storage (including fees for long-term garage and parking spaces)
    H/B Parking garage fees (short-term)
    H/B Personal plane hangaring/parking fees
    H Marina services (docking/storage/seasonal removal, etc.)
    H Household goods storage (including self-storage fees)
    H Fur/clothing storage
    H Household goods moving services
    H Vehicle transport services (including drive-away)
    H/B Delivery/shipping/handling charges (purchased goods)
    H/B Packing/crating/shipping charges (outgoing shipping, e.g., gifts)
    H Gift wrapping services
    H/B Messenger/courier services (personal use)
    H/B Private shipping/mailing charges (e.g., FedEx, UPS)
    H House/mobile home moving services

    Residential utility services
    H Electricity
    H Natural gas
    H Water
    H Sewer
    H Refuse removal/hauling/dumping

    Telecommunications and related services (incl. monthly fees and one-time charges)
    H/B Local telephone service
    H/B Interstate/international telephone service (including calling plan fees)
    H/B Mobile telephone service (incl. monthly fees, airtime charges, roaming charges, long-distance charges)
    H/B Paging service
    H/B Caller ID, call forwarding, voice mail, 3-way/conference calling, and similar enhanced phone services
    H/B Internet access service
    H/B Faxing services
    H/B DSL/ISDN service
    H Prepaid telephone calling cards

    Financial and insurance services
    H/B Service charges of banking institutions (miscellaneous)
    H/B Safe deposit box rental charges
    H Bill paying services (fee and commission)
    H Investment counseling/financial planning/portfolio management
    H/B Mutual fund management fees
    H/B Credit and debit card fees (incl. annual membership and usage fees)
    H/B Stock brokerage fees/commissions
    H/B Insurance services (life, real property, auto, etc.)
    H/B Imputed brokerage service value of loans and deposits in depository institutions
    H Fees/commissions for check cashing, money orders, travelers checks, money wiring

    Personal care services
    H Hair care
    H Hair removal
    H Nail care
    H Day spa services (facials, makeovers, etc.)
    H Massage services
    H Tanning parlors
    H Weight loss salons and counseling
    H Tattoo and piercing services

    Miscellaneous personal services
    H Dating services
    H Personals advertising
    H Miscellaneous advertising for personal purposes (e.g., items for sale, positions wanted)
    H Household errand/"personal shopper"/gift consulting/management consulting services
    H Child day care services
    H Adult day care services
    H Baby-sitting services (casual)
    H/B Photocopying/printing services
    H Taxidermy services
    H Custom butchering services
    H/B Bodyguard services
    H Escort services

    Home cleaning and maintenance services
    H General house cleaning services
    H/B Carpet cleaning services
    H/B Window cleaning services
    H/B Floor cleaning services
    H/B Upholstery/furniture cleaning services
    H Swimming pool/hot tub cleaning and maintenance services
    H Septic maintenance services
    Ductwork cleaning services
    H Gutter cleaning services
    H/B Snow removal services
    H Chimney cleaning services
    H/B HVAC maintenance services
    H Radon and other home environmental testing services
    H/B Pest control services
    H Condominium/co-op maintenance fees
    H Water softening/conditioning services
    H/B Interior decorating and design services
    H Home security system consulting, installation, and monitoring
    H Closet/storage design consulting services

    Clothing-related services
    H Diaper service
    H Laundry and dry cleaning and pressing services, coin-operated
    H Laundry and dry cleaning and pressing services, non-coin-operated
    H Shoe repair
    H Shoe shining and dyeing
    H Alterations, repairs, dyeing, and imprinting of clothing and accessories
    H Original tailoring of clothing
    H Jewelry repair/cleaning/custom design and fabrication

    Education-related services
    H Personal instruction (formal classes and one-on-one; see separate list for examples)
    H School and university tuition, room and board charges, student fees
    H College and private school admission and financial aid counseling
    H Test preparation classes
    H Private tutoring services
    H Private testing services
    H Summer camp tuition and fees

    Miscellaneous professional services
    H Funeral and related services
    H/B Accounting/tax preparation
    H/B Legal services (wills, estate planning, accident defense, etc.)
    H/B Notary services
    H/B Private investigator services
    H/B Computer consulting/trouble-shooting/data restoration services
    H Personal property appraisal services
    H Art conservation/restoration services to individuals
    H Art/antique collecting advisory and brokerage services
    H Commissions on auction purchases/sales (brokerage service)
    H Career counseling and resume preparation services
    H Debt counseling services
    H/B Commercial art, graphic design, calligraphy, printing services (e.g., resume and invitations)
    H Personal/professional coaching services

    Admissions/amusements/recreation/travel-related services
    H Pari-mutuel racing events
    H Amusement parks and fairs - admissions, rides, and games
    H Admission charges/fees for participant sporting/game facilities (see separate list)
    H Coin-operated mechanical amusements (video games, pinball, karaoke, etc.)
    H Admissions to school and college sports events (incl. season tickets, "skybox" rentals, etc.)
    H Admissions to professional sports events (incl. season tickets, "skybox" rentals, etc.)
    H Admissions to movies
    H Admissions to cultural events/venues (see separate list)
    H Admissions to boat, car, computer, craft, etc. shows
    H Lottery tickets
    H Other gambling admission and misc. charges
    H Health club memberships and fees
    H Recreational/scenic transportation (see separate list)
    H Memberships (dues, initiation fees, etc.) in sporting clubs and teams (tennis, golf, swimming, baseball, etc.)
    H Memberships (dues, initiation fees, etc.) in book and music clubs
    H Misc. memberships (dues, initiation fees, etc.) in sororities, neighborhood assns., social clubs, AARP, etc.
    H Memberships in buying clubs and coops (e.g., Costco)
    H Cable/satellite TV and radio (monthly, pay-per-view, installation, and misc. fees)
    H Ticket broker services
    H Fees for online gaming, entertain. and info. services and downloadable "digital goods"(see separate list)
    H 900 number telephone information and entertainment services
    H Services of DJs, musical performers/bands, dancers, other performers for adults
    H Services of children's' performers (clowns, magicians, entertainers, puppeteers, storytellers, etc.)
    H Psychic/fortune teller/astrologer services
    H Admission fees/cover charges for nightclubs and bars
    H/B Services of photographer/videographers (studios and traveling)
    H/B Photo finishing
    H Media conversion services (e.g., videotape to DVD)
    H/B Wedding/party/event planning services
    H/B Catering services
    H/B Services of private party waiters, bartenders, etc.
    H/B Hotel/motel/inn/cabin room rentals
    H Complementary meals and hotel rooms at gambling casinos
    H Campground and RV park rental charges
    H/B Services of travel agents (fees and commissions)
    H Services of tour operators (fees and commissions)
    H/B Reservation services
    H Services of waiters compensated through tips
    H Served meals/prepared foods (restaurants, takeout, street vendors, etc.)

    Personal property leases and rentals (other than vehicles)
    H Musical instruments
    H Sporting goods (skis, bicycles, camping equipment, etc.)
    H/B Hand and power tools
    H/B Gardening tools and equipment
    H Tables/chairs/dishes/party-related equipment and appliances
    H Dance floors, party tents, "moon bounces," etc.
    H Furniture, appliances, home electronics
    H/B Computers and peripherals
    H Miscellaneous personal property rentals
    H Luggage cart rentals at public transit facilities
    H Tuxedo/clothing/uniform/costume rentals
    H Video tape/DVD/video game rentals
    H VCR/DVD/Video game equipment rentals

    Misc. repair/installation/fabrication services (other than residences, vehicles, & clothing)
    H Furniture and upholstery repair and refinishing
    H Appliance repair (kitchen, laundry, vacuum, etc.)
    H Home entertainment equipment repair
    H Sporting goods repair (e.g., racket re-stringing, bike, gun repair)
    H/B Computer repair, hardware upgrading, maintenance
    H Camera and video equipment repair
    H Musical instrument repair
    H Piano tuning
    H Sharpening services
    H Watch/clock repair
    H Picture/artwork framing
    H Product assembly/installation services (e.g., furniture, jungle gyms, gas grills, computers, stereo systems)
    H Service/extended warranty contracts on personal property
    H Custom fabrication services (furniture, cabinets, shelving, window treatments, pillows, sporting goods, etc.)

    Medical and related services
    H Services of doctors and dentists
    H Home nursing services
    H Medical testing services
    H Psychologist/social work/counseling services
    H Optometrists
    H Nutritionists/dieticians
    H Occupational/physical/massage/speech therapy
    H Alternative medicine practitioners (e.g., acupuncture, chiropractors)
    H Hospital services
    H Nursing home services
    H Specialized facilities (substance abuse, hospice, dialysis, etc.)
    H Nursing home/elder care consultants
    H Rent/fees for assisted living facilities
    H Rental of medical equipment for home use

    Vehicle repair and maintenance services
    H/B Auto/motorcycle/RV/ATV repair and maintenance services (engine, transmission, body, tire, etc.)
    H/B Boat repair and maintenance services
    H/B Airplane repair and maintenance services
    H/B Auto/boat/plane cleaning and waxing services
    H/B Auto washing and waxing (coin op)
    H/B Auto and boat road service, towing, and removal and disposal of wrecked vehicles
    H/B Auto/boat/plane rustproofing, painting, other exterior maintenance and customization
    H Car audio installation and repair
    H/B Auto locksmith services

    Residential construction/renovation/repair services
    H Locksmith services
    H Architectural services
    H Consulting engineer services
    H Gross charges of a general contractor for labor or for total job
    H Skilled trades services (original construction, renovation, and repair; see separate list)
    H Basement waterproofing services
    H Floor refinishing
    H Site excavation and grading
    H Well drilling and maintenance
    H Rental of construction equipment

    Housing and real estate-related services
    H Real estate agent fees/commissions (buyers' and sellers' agents)
    H Real estate title search services
    H Real estate appraisal services
    H Real estate surveying services
    H Real estate inspection services
    H Real estate advertising
    H Escrow agent services
    H Apartment search and roommate matching services
    H Loan "points", lock-in fees, other loan-origination fees
    H Residential rentals
    H Trailer park site rentals

    Examples of personal instruction (formal classes and one-on-one)
    Musical instruments/voice
    Dance
    Yoga, aerobics, etc.
    Personal trainers
    Ceramics/painting/sculpture/crafts
    Cooking
    Woodworking
    Auto repair
    Driving
    Sailing
    Flying
    Sports (e.g., golf, tennis, fencing, martial arts)
    Computer and computer software use
    Misc. adult-education-type courses (investing, retirement planning, public speaking, travel, etc.)

    Examples of cultural events/venues for which admission might be charged
    Theater, music, dance, ice show, circus, etc. performances
    Museums (public and private)
    Historic houses and gardens
    Natural sites and parks
    Guided tours/walks

    Examples of participant sports/game facilities/services for which admission fees may be charged
    Golf (courses, driving ranges, miniature)
    Batting cages
    Climbing walls
    Skating rinks
    Shooting ranges
    Horse stables/pony rides
    River rafting
    Tennis courts
    Squash and racquetball courts
    Bungee-jumping
    Ski lifts
    Swimming pools
    Sky diving
    Parasailing
    Fishing charter boats
    Services of hunting/fishing/climbing guides
    Bowling alleys
    Billiards parlors
    Laser tag
    Paintball
    Go-carts

    Examples of recreational/sight-seeing transportation
    Train rides
    Boat rides
    Chair lifts/gondolas
    Bus/limo/van/jeep rides
    Dinner cruises
    Helicopter, balloon, plane, glider rides

    Examples of online entertainment and information services
    Online gaming services
    Online music access services
    Downloadable music and video
    Adult content sites
    Gambling sites
    Online newspaper and magazine subscriptions and archives
    Online databases and information (financial, current stock prices, genealogy, etc.)
    Downloadable software
    Downloadable articles (pay-per-view)

    Examples of skilled residential construction/renovation/repair services
    Carpentry
    Painting/staining/deck treatment, etc.
    Wallpapering
    Plumbing
    Drywall/plaster
    Masonry/cement/stucco/driveway
    Roofing
    Electrical
    Heating and air conditioning
    Flooring installation
    Custom cabinetry making/installation
    Swimming pool
    Fencing
    Tile/marble/countertops

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    UH-OH.... (none / 0) (#1)
    by Gorothbarwen on Wed Feb 07, 2007 at 03:09:39 PM EST
    OH NO! OH NO! OH NO!  What are we going to do?  I know, pray REALLY hard that this thing doesn't go through!  oh no......

    tax funding which doesn't exist... (none / 0) (#2)
    by Cheetorbolt on Wed Feb 07, 2007 at 04:43:28 PM EST
    Can one fairly expect Michigan's economy (already 49th worst in the U.S.)to ask taxpayers for another $3,000,000,000? If you ask me, that's a lot of Susan B. Anthony's! Even 1 and a half billion is a lot, but we don't get to stop there.

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