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Michigan Approves Right-To-Work Bills Amid Raucous Protests

Republican majority passes bills in lame duck session after losing seats

December 11, 2012 RSS Feed Print
Union members from around the country rally at the Michigan State Capitol to protest a vote on Right-to-Work legislation in Lansing, Mich., Dec. 11, 2012.

Union members from around the country rallied Tuesday at the Michigan State Capitol to protest a vote on Right-to-Work legislation in Lansing, Mich.

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Despite the pleas, the two bill passed 58-51 and 58-52. Snyder told several television outlets he plans to sign the bill because he said it would allow for more economic development and worker freedom.

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Seth Cline is a reporter for U.S. News & World Report. You can follow him on Twitter or reach him at scline@usnews.com.

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