Question 2 will add a 3% tax on incomes exceeding $200K a year in Maine. The additional tax will raise an estimated $157 million funds which will be used for K-12 education. Proponents argue that schools need the funding and those making over $200K per year can afford to pay additional taxes. Opponents including Governor Paul Le Page argue that the proposal lacks specifics on where the money would be spent.
56% Yes |
44% No |
49% Yes |
38% No |
7% Yes, this will create an additional $157 million in revenue which will fund schools. |
6% No, this will hurt small business owners. |
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