Likely voters in Michigan know that Biden and Harris’ ban on gasoline cars is bad for the economy and consider the issue “important” for 2024

LANSING, Mich. (July 17, 2024) – New survey in Michigan commissioned by National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Michigan And American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) shows that the U.S. is on the wrong track among likely voters and there is strong opposition to government policies aimed at banning new gasoline-powered vehicles. In addition, small businesses are vital to a healthy economy, and regulations like the emissions rule hurt small businesses.

The poll, conducted in Michigan from June 29 to July 1, was conducted by Remington Research Group and examined likely voter sentiment regarding the direction of the country, the importance of issues, bans on gas-powered cars and support for candidates who support such measures. Highlights from the polls are as follows:

Michigan residents are convinced that the United States is heading in the wrong direction.

• 57% wrong way, 34% right way, 9% not sure

The majority of likely voters in Michigan oppose bans on gasoline cars.

• 63% against, 18% for, 19% undecided

An overwhelming majority in Michigan say that a candidate’s stance on preventing bans on new gasoline cars is an important factor in their election.

• 68% important, 12% unimportant

Almost all likely voters in Michigan understand the importance of small businesses to a healthy economy.

• 96% agree, important for the economy, 2% disagree, 2% are not sure

The majority of likely voters in Michigan believe that recent laws and regulations passed by the state and federal governments, such as the Emissions Trading Act, harm small businesses.

• 41% agree, 25% disagree, 34% are not sure

Amanda Fisher, director of NFIB Michigan State, issued the following statement on the new polls:

“This new poll makes one thing clear: Michiganders know America is on the wrong track. The only thing Washington offers them is burdensome regulations and failed, unpopular policies. Politicians in Washington (can we add “and in Lansing”? If not, no problem) should stand up for small business and end harmful regulations like the EPA’s gas-powered car ban. It’s time to reverse course before it’s too late.” –Amanda Fisher, NFIB Director for Michigan

AFPM President and CEO Chet Thompson issued the following statement on the new polls:

“This new poll underscores what we’ve been hearing for months from Americans of all political stripes: that they don’t want the government to ban gas cars, mandate electric vehicles, or impose regulations that limit access to the types of cars that best fit a family’s needs and budget.

“Elected officials should take note that the American people care about this issue and are eagerly waiting to see if Congress will step up and repeal the EPA’s regulation banning the sale of most new gasoline-powered cars.” -Chet Thompson, President and CEO of AFPM

Methodology:

The poll was conducted from June 29 to July 1, 2024. 584 likely voters in the 2024 General Election participated in the poll. The poll was weighted to match the expected demographic turnout in the 2024 General Election. The margin of error is +/-4% at a 95% confidence level. Due to rounding, totals do not always add up to 100%.