HB 5793 amends Michigan's sentencing guidelines to address crimes involving interference with the operational technology of covered critical infrastructure facilities. The bill directly affects individuals who attempt to disrupt systems essential to vital services such as power, water, and communications. By updating the Code of Criminal Procedure, it establishes specific sentencing parameters for these offenses, ensuring that penalties align with the severity of attacks on critical infrastructure. This change is part of a paired legislative effort with HB 5792 to strengthen protections for essential services.
This bill modifies Michigan's sales tax exemptions for data center equipment, requiring that these tax breaks continue only if specific job creation targets are met. For existing data centers, the exemption applies after 2022 only if at least 400 related jobs are created, and after 2026 only if at least 1,000 such jobs are established. For new enterprise data centers, the bill mandates that owners receive a certificate from the Michigan Strategic Fund confirming they plan to meet certain criteria within six years before they can claim the tax exemption. Additionally, the law requires these facilities to report annual data on employment and investments to the fund and achieve specific green building standards within three years of opening.
This bill modifies Michigan's property tax laws to exclude certain university data centers from tax exemptions. It specifically targets public universities, defined as those receiving state school aid, by removing their tax-free status for facilities used solely to operate data centers. The legislation defines a data center as a building housing infrastructure for third-party commercial data processing. This change directly affects public universities in Michigan that currently rely on property tax exemptions for their data center operations.
This bill modifies Michigan's use tax laws to provide tax exemptions for data center equipment used by qualified facilities. It requires these facilities to obtain a certificate from the Michigan Strategic Fund, which mandates that they create a specific number of jobs and meet green building standards within a six-year timeframe. To maintain the exemption, operators must annually report on employment, investments, and compliance with environmental criteria to the state. The legislation applies to existing data centers through 2050 and to new enterprise data centers through 2065, provided they meet the established performance requirements.
HB 5775 amends Michigan's individual income tax law to create a new tax exemption for post-graduation scholarship grants. This change directly affects individuals who receive these specific scholarship awards, allowing them to exclude that income from their state taxable income. The bill modifies Section 30 of the Income Tax Act by adding a new provision that treats post-graduation scholarship grants similarly to other educational benefits currently exempt from taxation. By removing these grants from taxable income, the legislation reduces the amount of state tax residents must pay on this specific source of funding.
This bill proposes to increase the penalties for trespassing in Michigan by raising the maximum jail time from 30 days to 90 days and the maximum fine from $250 to $500 for repeat offenders. It directly affects individuals who enter or remain on another person's property without permission after being asked to leave, as well as those who enter or stay on fenced or posted farm land without consent. The legislation maintains existing protections for process servers attempting to serve legal documents and clarifies that a request to leave is not required to be violated on farm property. These changes would apply to anyone previously convicted of a trespassing violation, making subsequent offenses more severe under current law.
This Michigan bill creates a new regulatory framework requiring large-scale data centers to register with the state and pay fees based on their energy consumption. It defines a large-scale data center as a facility with at least 5 megawatts of power or 25,000 square feet of space, while excluding schools, hospitals, and government buildings. Owners must post financial security to cover potential environmental or infrastructure costs and reimburse any research expenses related to public safety reviews. The legislation also establishes a specific fund to manage these revenues and grants the state department of environment, Great Lakes, and energy the authority to set rules and enforce compliance.
This bill amends Michigan's environmental laws to require state officials to consider specific public input and community impacts when reviewing applications to build or expand landfills. It mandates that agencies evaluate public comments, local policies, and potential disproportionate environmental burdens on nearby communities, such as those near schools or hospitals, before granting permits. Additionally, the legislation introduces stricter deadlines for processing permit applications and requires the state to pay applicants a fee if the department fails to meet these timelines.
This Michigan bill mandates that state-funded infrastructure, transportation, housing, school, and public facility projects must purchase cement, concrete, and steel produced in the United States. To qualify as domestic, these materials can include components from other countries as long as they make up less than 5% of the total cost. State agencies can grant waivers if the required materials are unavailable, would raise project costs by more than 25%, or if an emergency prevents immediate procurement. Additionally, the state will update procurement policies to offer a bid preference for projects that commit to using products manufactured within Michigan. These requirements will take effect on January 1, 2030.
This bill creates a new felony offense for knowingly and maliciously interfering with the operational technology of specific critical infrastructure facilities. It directly affects individuals who intentionally disrupt systems such as large electric substations, significant battery storage units, major water facilities, large data centers, and natural gas storage sites. The law establishes two tiers of punishment: a standard penalty of up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine, or a harsher penalty of up to 30 years and a $300,000 fine if the disruption harms emergency services, hospitals, water systems, or causes over $1 million in damage. The legislation explicitly excludes lawful protests, authorized research, and law enforcement activities from these restrictions.
This bill establishes new requirements for construction contracts related to enterprise data centers in Michigan, mandating that owners prioritize hiring local union workers before considering those from other regions or states. Contractors must also ensure that at least 10% of total labor hours are performed by registered apprentices, unless the state determines they are unavailable for specific job roles. To enforce these rules, the legislation requires contractors to document their hiring efforts, submit detailed workforce reports, and face potential penalties such as the loss of tax exemptions if they fail to comply.
This bill modifies Michigan's sales tax laws to provide tax exemptions for equipment used in enterprise data centers, which are facilities that meet specific size and job creation criteria. To qualify for these exemptions, operators must receive a certificate from the Michigan Strategic Fund and submit annual reports detailing employment, investment, and compliance with green building standards. The legislation establishes a formal application process where the fund reviews requests within 120 days and sets a maximum six-year timeline for facilities to meet their operational requirements. Additionally, the bill mandates that the fund report job numbers to state leadership by April 1, 2026, to ensure the program continues to generate the intended economic benefits.
