LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Michele Hoitenga, R-Manton, released the following statement Tuesday after the Senate Democrats repealed Michigan’s Right to Work law and restored prevailing wage requirements:
“Right to Work provided Michigan workers with freedom and choices in the labor market that were previously denied to them. It is not a coincidence that our state’s economy has grown over the past decade since its adoption. Democrats voted to deny freedom for workers and turn our economy back in the wrong direction.
“We know that prevailing wage laws harm our shared economy by guaranteeing that taxpayers are overcharged by millions of dollars each year on government construction projects. These laws unfairly restrict the competitive bidding process by catering to preapproved government favorites. Taxpayers deserve to get the best deal for their hard-earned dollars, and an open and competitive marketplace makes sure that happens. Prevailing wage mandates are fiscally irresponsible.”
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