HB 5572 modifies Michigan's property tax exemption rules to expand eligibility for certain nonprofits. It adds a new exemption for conservation organizations maintaining nature areas open to the public for activities like hiking and bird watching. The bill also clarifies that nonprofits providing healthcare services (such as nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities, or adult foster care) qualify for tax exemptions if they meet specific licensing requirements. This change directly affects nonprofit hospitals, educational institutions, conservation groups, and healthcare providers seeking property tax relief.
HB 5524 creates a program to provide financial assistance to Michigan businesses that suffer revenue losses due to unexpected street closures or road construction projects extending beyond their scheduled end dates. The bill establishes a "road construction business loss reimbursement program" that offers grants covering up to $15,000 annually per business, based on a three-year average of lost revenue. To qualify, businesses must demonstrate a significant revenue decline directly tied to construction, and applications must be reviewed within 120 days using criteria like revenue decline rate, construction duration, and traffic disruption severity. The program requires the state transportation department to annually report grant usage details - including approved/rejected applications and project statuses - to relevant legislative committees.
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.
HB 5605 allocates state funding for public health programs under Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027. It establishes specific budget amounts to support existing public health initiatives, including disease prevention, health services, and community health programs. The bill directly affects DHHS operations and the public health programs funded through this appropriation. It does not create new policies but provides the necessary financial resources for current public health services during the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
HB 5543 increases the annual funding for grade crossing surface improvements from $3 million to $6 million per year by amending Section 10(1)(b) of Michigan's Transportation Fund Act (MCL 247.660). This change directs more state transportation funds toward safety and surface repairs at railroad crossings - locations where roads intersect train tracks - across Michigan. The bill specifically adjusts the allocation within the state trunk line fund, ensuring doubled resources for maintaining these critical infrastructure points. It does not alter other funding mechanisms but directly affects how money is distributed for grade crossing safety upgrades.
HB 5629 is a proposed budget bill that allocates funding for Michigan's K-12 schools, community colleges, and higher education for fiscal years 2027-2028. It specifies detailed appropriations from multiple state funds, including $18.37 billion for K-12 schools (from the state school aid fund and general fund) and $493 million for community colleges across 12 institutions. The bill outlines specific allocations for operational costs at each community college, with no performance-based funding included in the proposed amounts. This omnibus appropriations bill is currently in committee review (introduced February 2026) and has not yet been enacted.
HB 5606 allocates funding for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to support human services programs during fiscal year 2026-2027. The bill creates the formal appropriation act that authorizes the department to spend these funds on services like Medicaid, food assistance, and child welfare programs. This is a routine funding measure that directly affects MDHHS operations and the state's human services recipients, without changing program policies or eligibility.
HB 5632 is a supplemental appropriations bill that increases funding for Michigan public schools in fiscal year 2027-2028. It amends the School Aid Act to add specific supplemental amounts from multiple funds, including $481,400,000 from the MPSERS retirement reserve fund and $97,037,400 from the state school aid pupil support reserve fund. The bill also modifies the payment schedule for school aid, requiring monthly disbursements from October through August using a 1/11 installment structure, and allows for advance payments under limited circumstances. This directly affects all public school districts and intermediate districts receiving state education funding in Michigan.
HB 5628 is a funding bill that sets appropriations for Michigan's K-12 public schools for fiscal years 2026-2027. It specifies exact dollar amounts from multiple state funds (including the state school aid fund, general fund, and specialized reserves) to support public education, with detailed allocations for each fiscal year. The bill also modifies payment schedules under Section 17b, requiring the state to distribute funds in 11 installments annually (from October to August) and outlining procedures for handling unused funds and temporary advance payments. This bill directly affects all public school districts and intermediate districts receiving state education funding in Michigan.
HB 5608 allocates funding for Michigan's judiciary for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, providing the necessary budget for court operations. It directly affects the state's court system by ensuring financial resources for salaries, facilities, case processing, and other judicial functions. This appropriations bill creates the formal budget structure required for the judiciary to operate during the upcoming fiscal year. As a procedural funding measure, it does not change laws or policies but enables existing judicial services to continue.
