Individual income tax: property tax credit; homestead property tax credit; increase, and modify income threshold. Amends secs. 520 & 522 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.520 & 206.522).
This bill proposes changes to Michigan's individual income tax law by adjusting the income limits for the property tax credit and the homestead property tax credit. Specifically, it seeks to increase the income thresholds that determine eligibility for these credits, which are financial benefits designed to help homeowners offset their property tax bills. The legislation directly affects Michigan residents who claim these credits on their state tax returns, as it would alter the income levels required to qualify for them. By amending specific sections of the state's Income Tax Act, the bill aims to modify how much income a taxpayer can earn while still receiving these tax reductions.
Bill status
in committee
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Introduction
May 2026
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Governor
Introduced May 20, 2026
Last action May 21, 2026
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May 20, 2026
Committee
referred to Committee on Government Operations
lower
May 20, 2026
Introduced
introduced by Representative Rep. Tyrone Carter
lower
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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Party
State
District
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TC
Tyrone Carter
DDemocratic
Co
Laurie Pohutsky
DDemocratic
Co
Regina Weiss
DDemocratic
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