Budget & Taxes

in committee · Michigan · House Apr 22, 2025

HB 4348: Appropriations: supplemental; funding for purses and supplements; modify. Creates appropriation act.

House Bill 4348 is an appropriations act for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. This bill proposes to allocate, supplement, adjust, and consolidate state funds for various state departments and agencies, as well as the judicial and legislative branches. It includes provisions that establish specific conditions on how these appropriations can be spent and expended. This legislation directly impacts the financial operations and funding levels of numerous state government entities for the upcoming fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates supplemental appropriations for state departments, allocating funds to maintain operations and programs without tax changes or defunding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Jun 25, 2025

SB 442: Property tax: exemptions; property tax exemption for certain nonprofit housing property; modify. Amends sec. 7kk of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.7kk).

SB 442 creates a new state-level process for charitable nonprofit housing organizations to obtain property tax exemptions on specific residential properties (like single-family homes, duplexes, or small multi-unit buildings). Organizations must apply to the state tax commission, which has 60 days to approve or deny the exemption. If approved, the exemption lasts 3-5 years (depending on property type) or ends sooner if the property is occupied by an income-eligible person (family income ≤120% of statewide median) or transferred. The bill modifies existing rules to shift from local resolution-based exemptions to a centralized state application system.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax exemptions for nonprofits housing income-eligible residents (≤120% median income), reducing their tax burden to support affordable housing affordability.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates tax exemptions for nonprofit housing, reducing costs to expand affordable housing options through state-level process for nonprofits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Housing Finance Property Taxes

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passed · Michigan · Senate Jun 25, 2025

SR 64: A resolution to condemn the Trump Administration and congressional Republican’s support of the divisive “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” that raises costs for Michiganders, slashes Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and the Women, Infants and Children program (WIC), adds burdensome hurdles to important tax relief measures for low-income households, drives more families into poverty by giving tax cuts to the most wealthy households, and sets back progress on a clean energy future while increasing energy costs on Americans.

This is a Senate resolution (SR 64), not a bill with policy changes. Introduced by Senator Cherry, it formally condemns the Trump Administration and congressional Republicans for supporting the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (referred to sarcastically as the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act"). The resolution states it opposes the Act's proposed cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and WIC programs, its tax cuts for wealthy households, and its impact on clean energy initiatives, citing specific Michigan impacts like 2.6 million Medicaid recipients and 1.4 million SNAP users. As a symbolic resolution, it does not change policy but urges Congress to reject the Act and pursue alternative policies.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesResolution explicitly condemns tax cuts for wealthy households and defunding of Medicaid/SNAP/WIC programs, opposing the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act's budget/tax policies.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyResolution explicitly states Tax Cuts Act 'sets back progress on a clean energy future' and increases energy costs, opposing policies hindering clean energy development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentResolution explicitly condemns tax bill for 'setting back progress on a clean energy future', indicating clear support for advancing clean energy policies.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExplicitly opposes cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and WIC programs, directly protecting healthcare funding and access for vulnerable populations.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentCondemns cuts to SNAP, WIC, and Medicaid, opposing policies that harm low-income workers' benefits and increase poverty, aligning with labor protection indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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passed · Michigan · Senate Jun 10, 2025

SB 132: Individual income tax: credit; credit for donations to endowment fund of community foundations; provide for. Amends 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.1 - 206.847) by adding sec. 261.

SB 132 creates a tax credit for Michigan taxpayers who donate to the endowment funds of qualifying community foundations. It directly affects individual income tax filers who make eligible contributions to these community foundations. The bill amends Michigan's tax code (MCL 206.1-206.847) by adding Section 261, allowing donors to reduce their state tax liability by a percentage of their donation. This is a concrete policy change that provides a financial incentive for charitable giving to community foundations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit reducing state tax liability for donations to community foundations, directly modifying tax code to incentivize charitable giving and provide tax relief.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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in committee · Michigan · House Jul 22, 2025

HB 4737: Corporate income tax: rate; incremental rollback of rate to 4.25%; provide for. Amends sec. 623 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.623).

HB 4737 gradually reduces Michigan's corporate income tax rate over time. It sets a schedule where the rate starts at 6.0% for business activity before October 1, 2025, then steps down to 5.5% in 2025-2026, 5.25% in 2026-2027, 5.0% in 2027-2028, 4.75% in 2028-2029, 4.5% in 2029-2030, and finally 4.25% starting October 1, 2030. The bill directly affects corporations conducting business in Michigan, applying these changing rates to their taxable income base. It does not alter the tax base calculations or other provisions of the corporate income tax code.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesGradual corporate tax rate reduction from 6.0% to 4.25% provides tax relief for businesses, directly advancing tax policy under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Incentives

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in committee · Michigan · House Jul 24, 2025

HR 143: A resolution urging members of Congress to reject President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” in its entirety, and to instead pursue policies that fully fund Medicaid, SNAP, and WIC, protect vulnerable communities, expand access to healthcare, promote clean energy, and ensure a fair and equitable tax system for all Americans.

This House Resolution (HR 143) urges members of Congress to reject President Trump's proposed "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" and instead support policies that fully fund Medicaid, SNAP, and WIC. It directly affects millions of low-income Americans, including children, seniors, people with disabilities, and vulnerable communities who rely on these programs for healthcare, food assistance, and nutrition support. The resolution opposes cuts to Medicaid (which covers 1 in 4 Michiganders), SNAP (impacting 1.4 million Michiganders), and WIC, while criticizing tax breaks for wealthy households and reduced clean energy funding. It calls for expanding healthcare access, promoting clean energy, and ensuring a fair tax system as concrete policy alternatives.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly demands full funding for Medicaid, SNAP, and WIC - opposing defunding of essential programs, directly aligning with 'support' indicators for fiscal policy.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly states 'promote clean energy', directly aligning with renewable energy promotion indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly states 'promote clean energy' in title/summary, directly advancing environmental protection through clean energy initiatives.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly demands full Medicaid funding and opposes cuts, directly advancing healthcare access for vulnerable populations relying on public health programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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in committee · Michigan · House Aug 12, 2025

HB 4754: Individual income tax: credit; credit for cash and food donations to certain nonprofit organizations; provide for. Amends 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.1 - 206.847) by adding secs. 260 & 679.

HB 4754 creates a tax credit for Michigan taxpayers who donate cash or food to qualifying nonprofits, such as homeless shelters, food banks, or kitchens that primarily serve people with household incomes below 140% of the federal poverty level. Taxpayers can claim a credit equal to the value of their donations, capped at $150 for individuals or $300 for joint filers, or 10% of tax liability (up to $7,500) for estates/trusts. To claim the credit, donors must receive written proof from the nonprofit confirming its eligibility, including compliance with anti-discrimination laws and IRS tax-deductibility rules. The credit applies to tax years beginning January 1, 2026, and excess credits are refundable.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit for donations to nonprofits serving low-income populations, reducing taxpayer liability. Directly provides tax relief through individual income tax credits.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates tax credit for donations to homeless shelters and food programs serving low-income households, directly addressing homelessness and affordable housing support through nonprofit funding.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Homelessness

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Jul 29, 2025

SB 491: Appropriations: supplemental; economic development incentive evaluations for SOAR projects; require. Amends secs. 3, 5 & 7 of 2018 PA 540 (MCL 18.1753 et seq.) & adds sec. 7a.

SB 491 requires the Michigan Department of Technology, Management, and Budget to periodically evaluate economic development incentives, with specific timelines based on program type. It mandates evaluations for SOAR projects (funded by the Strategic Outreach and Attraction Reserve) "as often as necessary," and for other incentives at least every 4-6 years depending on funding size. The department must contract independent evaluators, complete reviews within 270 days, and publish results on its website. This directly affects the Michigan Strategic Fund, state agencies administering incentives, and businesses receiving tax breaks, grants, or other economic development support.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires periodic evaluations of economic development incentives to ensure fiscal responsibility and program effectiveness, promoting accountable budget management per appropriations oversight.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Tax Incentives Tags Economic Development

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in committee · Michigan · House Feb 4, 2025

HB 4051: Individual income tax: deductions; exclusion of certain gratuities for tipped employees; provide for. Amends sec. 30 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.30).

HB 4051 amends Michigan's individual income tax law to increase the deduction limit for retirement and pension benefits. It establishes a $42,240 annual deduction for single filers and $84,480 for joint filers on retirement income (previously higher limits existed but were not explicitly capped), with these amounts automatically adjusted each year based on the Consumer Price Index. The bill directly affects Michigan taxpayers receiving retirement benefits by allowing them to deduct a larger portion of that income from their taxable income. This change modifies existing tax code provisions to provide a clearer, inflation-adjusted deduction threshold for retirement income.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax deductions for retirement income, providing relief to taxpayers by lowering taxable income for retirees, aligning with tax relief indicators for middle/lower income.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Pensions

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Jun 26, 2025

SB 459: Individual income tax: credit; credit for certain user fees incurred to operate a vehicle on a public service facility; provide for. Amends 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.1 - 206.847) by adding sec. 281.

SB 459 creates a tax credit for Michigan residents who pay user fees to operate vehicles on public service facilities (like toll roads or bridges) when those facilities are the only transportation option to or from specific townships. It applies to taxpayers living in or working in townships with populations of 10,000-15,000 located in counties with over 1.5 million people, starting tax years beginning January 1, 2026. The credit covers all qualifying user fees paid during the tax year, with refunds issued if the credit exceeds the taxpayer’s total tax liability. This bill directly affects residents and workers in defined high-population-county townships who rely on these public service facilities for commuting.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit reducing liability for residents paying unavoidable tolls/fees, aligning with tax relief for middle-income taxpayers as per topic indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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