Budget & Taxes

passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5872: Property tax: assessments; taxable value of transferred property; modify. Amends sec. 27a of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.27a).

This bill modifies Michigan's property tax rules to clarify how taxable values are calculated when property ownership transfers. It establishes that a property's taxable value resets to its current market value upon transfer, but then limits future annual increases to the lesser of 5% or the inflation rate until another transfer occurs. The legislation also defines specific scenarios where a transfer does not trigger a reset, such as when property is moved into a trust by a parent for their own children or grandchildren, provided the home remains residential. Additionally, it allows local tax officials to correct past valuation errors related to missed transfers for up to three years and clarifies rules for land contracts and certain bond-funded properties.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill limits property tax increases after transfer, providing tax relief and promoting fiscal responsibility for homeowners.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5875: Economic development: downtown development authorities; exemption from real estate transfer taxes; modify to reflect repeal of the state real estate transfer tax act. Amends sec. 228a of 2018 PA 57 (MCL 125.4228a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5880'26, HB 5874'26

This bill amends state law to update tax exemption rules for downtown development authorities in Michigan. It clarifies that these entities remain exempt from real estate transfer taxes even after the state real estate transfer tax act was repealed. The changes will only take effect if two other related bills are also enacted into law. Ultimately, the measure ensures these local economic development organizations do not face new transfer tax obligations on property instruments.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill maintains tax exemptions for downtown development authorities, preventing new transfer tax obligations and supporting local economic development.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5878: Property tax: personal property; personal property tax; eliminate. Amends sec. 19 of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.19) & adds sec. 9q. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5879'26, HB 5880'26

HB 5878 eliminates the personal property tax in Michigan for all items that do not qualify for an existing specific exemption, effective for taxes levied after December 31, 2026. Owners of such property must annually file a statement with their local tax collector to claim this new exemption, while property that already has a designated exemption cannot be claimed under this new rule. The bill also requires local tax units to send summary data to the state Department of Treasury by April 1 each year to track the revenue impact of these new exemptions. This legislation directly affects business owners and individuals holding personal property by removing a tax burden on eligible assets, provided they complete the necessary filing requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill eliminates personal property tax, providing tax relief and reducing the tax burden on property owners.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5504: State agencies (existing): technology, management, and budget; state digital service office; create. Creates new act.

HB 5504 proposes creating a State Digital Service Office within Michigan's Department of Technology, Management, and Budget. The office would review software projects costing $1 million or more, advise state agencies on modern development practices (like user-centered design and agile methods), and require annual reports on progress and cost savings. It directly affects state departments and agencies developing digital services, mandating collaboration with the new office for projects over $500,000 and requiring transparency through public reporting on outcomes like time saved and error reduction. The bill aims to improve digital service efficiency and user experience across state government.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates annual cost savings reporting for major IT projects, promoting fiscal responsibility in state budget management.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates State Digital Service Office to review high-cost projects, mandate agile/user-centered design, and require cost-saving reports - enhancing state tech management efficiency.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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signed · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 4572: Appropriations: department of military and veterans affairs; appropriations for Selfridge Air National Guard Base for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

HB 4572 is an appropriations bill that allocates funding for Michigan's Department of Military and Veterans Affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. It establishes the specific budget amount the department can spend on military and veterans programs during this period. The bill directly affects the department's operations and the veterans and military personnel it serves through its funded services. As a routine budget measure, it creates the legal framework for spending but does not change existing programs or policies.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates annual appropriation for Military and Veterans Affairs department, directly establishing budget framework as core function of state budget process.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAllocates funding for Michigan's Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, directly supporting veteran services through budget provisions for FY2025-2026.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

passed both · Michigan · House Apr 16, 2026

HB 5688: Sales tax: other; deduction or exclusion and audit of qualified delivery network sales; provide for. Amends sec. 2d of 1933 PA 167 (MCL 205.52d).

This bill modifies Michigan's sales tax rules for online marketplace facilitators, requiring them to collect and remit sales tax on all taxable sales made through their platforms regardless of whether the individual sellers have a physical presence in the state. It establishes that marketplace facilitators are responsible for auditing only their own facilitated sales unless sellers fail to provide necessary information, while also protecting facilitators from liability when sellers provide incorrect data or pay the tax directly. The legislation creates a special provision for delivery network companies, allowing them to deduct or exclude from their tax liability the sales tax they paid to marketplace sellers for qualified delivery services, such as those performed by couriers using personal vehicles or walking for distances under 75 miles.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill strengthens state tax collection by requiring marketplace facilitators to collect sales tax on all taxable sales, closing loopholes and increasing state revenue.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens consumer protection in digital commerce by requiring marketplace facilitators to collect sales tax, ensuring fair taxation for online transactions and protecting consumers from tax evasion.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed both · Michigan · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 5517: Corporate income tax: credits; distributor credit for returnable containers; provide for. Amends 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.1 - 206.847) by adding secs. 279 & 679.

HB 5517 creates a $0.005 per returnable beverage container tax credit for distributors who charge a deposit on containers, effective for tax years beginning January 1, 2026. The credit adjusts annually based on the U.S. Consumer Price Index starting in 2027. Distributors must attach a specific report (per 1976 IL 1) with their tax return to claim the credit, and any excess credit is refunded. This directly affects beverage distributors handling returnable containers in Michigan.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesCreates corporate tax credit reducing state revenue, directly weakening budget by decreasing potential tax income for Michigan.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed both · Michigan · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 4346: Gaming: other; allocation of revenue under the lawful internet gaming act to the Michigan agriculture equine industry development fund; remove cap. Amends sec. 15 of 2019 PA 152 (MCL 432.315). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4347'25

HB 4346 redirects revenue from Michigan's lawful internet gaming programs to the Michigan Agriculture Equine Industry Development Fund and removes the existing spending limit on these funds. This bill directly affects the state's horse and agricultural industries by providing them with potentially increased funding for development initiatives. The key provision changes a 2019 law (MCL 432.315) to allow all allocated gaming revenue - previously subject to a cap - to flow into the equine fund without restriction. The bill is currently pending in the House Rules Committee after being reported with a substitute amendment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects gaming revenue to equine fund without cap, increasing dedicated funding for agriculture development under budget reallocation.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed both · Michigan · House Feb 24, 2026

HB 4080: Property tax: special assessments; special assessment deferment program; reinstate. Amends secs. 1 & 2 of 1976 PA 225 (MCL 211.761 & 211.762). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4079'25

HB 4080 reinstates a program deferring property tax special assessments for eligible Michigan homestead owners. It applies to assessments due before October 1, 2020, or on/before October 1, 2022, for primary residences owned by qualifying individuals (including those who are totally and permanently disabled). The bill allows owners to defer payments until death, sale, or transfer of the property, with up to four annual partial payments (minimum $500 or 5% of the balance) and interest accruing on unpaid amounts. Full payment becomes due upon sale, transfer, or death, and the bill requires the state to notify owners of these terms. This amendment to Michigan’s 1976 property tax law (MCL 211.761-762) is contingent on HB 4079 passing.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReinstates property tax deferral for eligible homeowners, providing tax relief for lower-income residents and promoting fiscal responsibility through deferred payments.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingReinstates property tax deferment for homestead owners (including disabled residents), preventing displacement and reducing financial burden on vulnerable homeowners, directly supporting housing affordability.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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passed both · Michigan · House Feb 24, 2026

HB 4079: Property tax: special assessments; income eligibility cap for special assessment deferment program; modify. Amends secs. 3 & 4 of 1976 PA 225 (MCL 211.763 & 211.764). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4080'25

HB 4079 adjusts the income limit for homeowners aged 65 or older, or those totally and permanently disabled, who qualify for a property tax deferment on special assessments. Currently set at $34,900 as of October 2022, the bill replaces this fixed amount with an annual adjustment based on the Detroit-area Consumer Price Index (CPI), meaning the limit will rise or fall each year with local inflation. The state treasurer will calculate the new limit annually using the prior year's CPI data, rounding to the nearest dollar. This change directly affects eligible homeowners seeking to defer special assessments on their primary residences without immediate payment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAdjusts property tax deferment income cap to inflation, preventing loss of eligibility for seniors/disabled as costs rise, providing ongoing tax relief for lower-income homeowners.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAdjusts income cap for property tax deferment to inflation, maintaining affordability for senior/disabled homeowners and preventing tax burden from outpacing income growth.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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