Detroit is synonymous with the auto industry in America. Although the rebirth of manufacturing in the area has been friendly to workers, gas prices could be fueling frustration among consumers around the state. To spark that feeling, 2017 brings the enactment of a new gas tax to Michigan.
Changes to Social Security Benefits May Have Unintended Consequences
As the government seeks to reign in federal spending, Social Security is often a focal point of the discussion. It is among the most costly federal programs and many have noted that trimming the costs of this program could go a long way toward addressing the overall federal deficit. However, the best means of reducing the costs of the program are hotly contested.