Economic development: commercial redevelopment; HOPE zone exemption; provide for. Amends sec. 12 of 1978 PA 255 (MCL 207.662). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5852'26, HB 5856'26
This bill amends Michigan's Commercial Redevelopment Act to exempt new, replacement, or restored facilities located in designated HOPE zones from the commercial facilities tax. By removing this specific tax liability for properties in these zones, the legislation aims to provide financial relief to businesses undergoing redevelopment in areas identified for economic growth. The measure is tied to companion bills and will only take effect if all related legislation is passed by the legislature.
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in committee
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Apr 2026
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Introduced Apr 22, 2026
Last action Apr 23, 2026
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Apr 22, 2026
Committee
referred to Committee on Government Operations
lower
Apr 22, 2026
Introduced
introduced by Representative Rep. Tullio Liberati Jr.
lower
1 primary · 11 co-sponsors
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Tullio Liberati
DDemocratic
Co
Amos O'Neal
DDemocratic
Co
Cynthia Neeley
DDemocratic
Co
Helena Scott
DDemocratic
Co
Jennifer Conlin
DDemocratic
Co
Kimberly Edwards
DDemocratic
Co
Matt Longjohn
DDemocratic
Co
Morgan Foreman
DDemocratic
Co
Regina Weiss
DDemocratic
Co
Stephanie Young
DDemocratic
Co
TC
Tyrone Carter
DDemocratic
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