Senator Switalski asked and was granted unanimous consent to make a statement and moved that the statement be printed in the Journal.
The motion prevailed.
Senator Switalski’s statement is as follows:
It feels like Groundhog Day up here. My amendment is similar to those offered by Senators Gleason, Olshove, Whitmer, Anderson, and others. I must admit that I am intrigued by the (S-1) border county provision. Its intent is the annexation of Indiana and Ohio. It would fit into the broad parameters of my ultimate goal—world domination. In particular, I have always lusted after the Toledo strip. Unfortunately, the substitute does not formally incorporate Indiana and Ohio into Michigan’s borders. Therefore, it is inferior to my amendment which promotes Michigan workers.
As to those who plan to become residents, I have planned to be good many times, but the record shows that my good intentions have paved the road to Hell, Michigan. It is a very nice town, and you should visit some time.
I ask members to adopt my amendment and protect Michigan workers when it is their own tax dollars that are paying for the business incentives.