Budget & Taxes

in committee · Michigan · House Dec 2, 2025

HB 5287: Economic development: brownfield redevelopment authority; environmental brownfield redevelopment program; modify. Amends sec. 8a of 1996 PA 381 (MCL 125.2658a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5286'25

HB 5287 creates a revolving "state brownfield redevelopment fund" within Michigan's Department of Treasury to support cleanup and redevelopment of contaminated or underused industrial sites (brownfields). The fund receives tax revenues from brownfield projects (construction, income, sales taxes) and uses these funds to provide grants and loans through the Michigan Strategic Fund for eligible cleanup activities on brownfield properties. It also allocates up to 15% of annual deposits for administrative costs and directs specific revenue streams to the Clean Michigan Initiative and housing development funds. This bill directly affects property developers, local governments, and the Michigan Strategic Fund by establishing a dedicated funding mechanism for brownfield redevelopment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax-funded revolving fund using construction/income/sales taxes to finance brownfield cleanup, directing tax revenue toward redevelopment projects.95% confidence

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signed · Michigan · House Oct 8, 2025

HB 4183: Transportation: motor fuel tax; motor fuel tax; increase and expand applicability. Amends sec. 8 of 2000 PA 403 (MCL 207.1008). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4180'25, HB 4181'25, HB 4182'25, SB 0578'25

HB 4183 increases the motor fuel tax rate and expands the types of fuels subject to the tax under Michigan law. It directly affects motor fuel sellers (like gas stations) and consumers through higher costs for gasoline and other taxed fuels. The bill amends Section 8 of the 2000 Motor Fuel Tax Act (MCL 207.1008) to implement these changes, which became law immediately upon approval by the Governor on October 7, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases motor fuel tax rate and expands tax base, directly raising state revenue for budget funding. Explicit tax increase advances fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases motor fuel tax to fund transportation infrastructure projects, directly advancing road maintenance and development through enhanced revenue streams.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Transportation Funding

signed · Michigan · House Oct 8, 2025

HB 4951: Marihuana: taxation; comprehensive road funding act; create. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4183'25, HB 4961'25, HB 4968'25

HB 4951 creates a new tax on marijuana sales to fund state road infrastructure projects. It directly affects marijuana businesses (which pay the tax) and state transportation budgets (which receive the revenue). The key mechanism establishes a dedicated funding stream, redirecting tax revenue from cannabis sales toward repairing and maintaining roads, rather than general state funds. The bill became law immediately upon the Governor's approval on October 7, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates new marijuana tax to fund road infrastructure, dedicating revenue to specific public service (transportation) rather than general funds, advancing fiscal management for essential programs.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates dedicated marijuana tax revenue stream specifically for road infrastructure projects, directly funding highway construction/repair per its title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 5, 2025

SB 115: Individual income tax: credit; credit for certain investments in Michigan businesses; provide for. Amends 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.1 - 206.847) by adding sec. 281.

SB 115 creates a 50% tax credit for individual Michigan taxpayers who invest in qualifying Michigan businesses, with a maximum credit of $3,000 per business and $3,000 total per tax year. Taxpayers must obtain certification from the Michigan Strategic Fund within 60 days of investing to claim the credit. The credit can be carried forward for up to 10 years if it exceeds the taxpayer’s current tax liability. Qualifying businesses must be headquartered in Michigan with at least 80% of revenue, assets, and employees located in the state, as certified by the Strategic Fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates 50% tax credit reducing individual tax liability for Michigan business investments, directly providing tax relief per bill's tax credit focus95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 6, 2025

SB 125: Individual income tax: deductions; deduct overtime compensation from taxable income; provide for. Amends secs. 30, 701, 703 & 711 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.30 et seq.).

SB 125 amends Michigan's income tax code (sections 30(f)(iv) and related provisions) to adjust how retirement benefit deduction limits are calculated. It changes the annual adjustment formula for the maximum deductible retirement income ($42,240 for single filers, $84,480 for joint filers) to tie directly to the U.S. Consumer Price Index, replacing previous methods. This affects Michigan taxpayers claiming retirement income deductions, including those receiving National Guard benefits (already deductible under section 30(e)(iii)). The bill updates the existing deduction mechanism without creating new benefits or altering eligibility.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesTies retirement deduction limits to CPI, preventing inflation erosion and providing ongoing tax relief for retirement income earners (e.g., National Guard beneficiaries) without increasing tax burden.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 18, 2025

SB 183: Appropriations: supplemental; supplemental appropriations in the school aid act for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Amends secs. 11, 17b, 201, 206, 236 & 241 of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1611 et seq.).

SB 183 is a proposed bill that allocates supplemental funding for Michigan public schools and community colleges for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It appropriates a total of $17.77 billion for public schools from multiple state funds (including the general fund and specialized trust funds) and $462.22 million for community colleges, broken down by institution. The bill amends existing sections of the School Aid Act to formalize these funding allocations, specifying amounts for operations, performance funding, and specific programs like tuition waivers for Native American students. This supplemental funding directly affects all public school districts and community colleges receiving state education funding in Michigan. The bill is currently under consideration in the Appropriations Committee after being introduced on March 18, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $17.77B for public schools and $462M for community colleges, increasing state funding for essential education services through supplemental appropriations.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $17.77B for public schools and $462M for community colleges, directly increasing education funding per School Aid Act amendments.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget School Funding

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 19, 2025

SB 187: Property: conveyance of state property; transfer of certain state-owned property in Tuscola County; provide for. Creates land transfer act.

SB 187 transfers a 36.92-acre parcel of state-owned property in Tuscola County (near M-81 highway) to the Tuscola Area Airport Authority for $1.00, subject to strict public use requirements. The property must be used exclusively for public purposes like airports, parks, emergency services, or education - prohibiting for-profit use or restricted public access. If the airport develops oil, gas, or minerals on the land, it must pay half the revenue to the state’s general fund. This transfer affects the Tuscola Area Airport Authority and future public users of the property, with the state retaining rights to repossess if public use conditions are violated.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill requires airport to pay half mineral revenue to state general fund, directly increasing budget revenue without tax changes.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationTransfers state land to airport authority for public transportation infrastructure, enabling airport development per strict public use requirements.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 20, 2025

SB 196: Property tax: exemptions; exemption for disabled veterans; modify. Amends sec. 7b of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.7b).

SB 196 modifies Michigan's property tax exemption for disabled veterans and their surviving spouses. It expands the existing homestead exemption to include surviving spouses of disabled veterans who were eligible before death, as long as they don't remarry. The bill requires applicants to submit a form to their local assessor by December 31 each year (with specific VA documentation proving disability status) and clarifies that exemptions apply to all property taxes for the year, with proration rules if the property isn't used as a homestead all year. This directly affects disabled veterans (defined as those with 100% VA disability rating, specially adapted housing assistance, or individual unemployability) and their surviving spouses owning qualifying homestead property.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands property tax exemption for disabled veterans' surviving spouses, providing tax relief and reducing taxable income for eligible groups.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands property tax exemption to include surviving spouses of disabled veterans, increasing financial benefits without restrictions or limitations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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passed · Michigan · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 179: Appropriations: department of labor and economic opportunity; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

SB 179 is a funding bill that allocates $2.1 billion from state and federal sources to the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity for fiscal year 2025-2026. It directly supports state programs assisting workers and job seekers, including workforce development initiatives like "Going Pro" ($54.7 million) and rehabilitation services for blind individuals ($32.1 million). The bill specifies funding sources, including $1.2 billion in federal funds, and details budget allocations for department operations, training centers, and disability support programs. As an appropriations measure, it enables the department to operate existing programs but does not create new policies or regulations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $2.1B for labor/employment programs including workforce development and rehabilitation services, directly funding essential state services per appropriations act.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAllocates $2.1B for workforce programs including 'Going Pro' ($54.7M) and rehabilitation services, directly funding labor/employment initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Workforce Development

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passed · Michigan · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 163: Appropriations: capital outlay; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

SB 163 is a funding bill that allocates $2.4 billion from Michigan's state general fund for capital outlay projects during fiscal year 2025-2026. It directly provides state funding for construction, renovation, or equipment projects at state-owned properties, public universities (like Michigan State and the University of Michigan), and community colleges (including Lansing Community College and Washtenaw Community College). The bill specifies state shares for 12 projects, such as $22.1 million for Ferris State's Allied Health Building and $9.6 million for Washtenaw Community College's Center for Success. This is a procedural appropriations bill that authorizes spending but does not create new policy or alter existing laws.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $2.4B from state general fund for capital projects including universities, directly funding state budget priorities per appropriations framework.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $2.4B for capital projects at public universities and community colleges, directly funding educational infrastructure and access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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