Housing

in committee · Michigan · House Nov 4, 2025

HB 5173: Human services: county services; public records of assistance; modify. Amends sec. 64 of 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.64).

HB 5173 modifies Michigan's public records law for non-medical human services assistance. It would allow county departments to share recipient names and assistance amounts with public utilities (like water, energy, or wastewater providers) to help eligible households pay utility bills, but only for specific programs authorized by law. Medical assistance records remain confidential under existing rules. The bill maintains current restrictions on public access to non-medical assistance records, requiring written requests with personal details and prohibiting misuse for political or commercial purposes. It also preserves penalties for unauthorized disclosure of recipient information.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEnables sharing of assistance data to help eligible households pay utility bills, reducing housing cost burden without restricting access to housing services.85% confidence

Tags Government Transparency

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 84: Construction: housing; ordinance prohibiting the use of energy-efficient appliances in new or existing residential buildings; prohibit local units of government from enacting. Amends sec. 13a of 1972 PA 230 (MCL 125.1513a).

SB 84 prevents local governments (like cities or counties) from banning gas-burning appliances in residential buildings. It specifically stops ordinances that would prohibit the use of certain gas appliances - such as furnaces, dryers, and stoves - that rely on a continuously burning pilot light (small constant flame) for operation. The bill includes exceptions for mobile homes, propane-only appliances, and models meeting federal energy efficiency standards. This law requires local governments to allow these gas appliances in new or existing homes, overriding any conflicting local rules.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks local bans on gas appliances (fossil fuel-based), opposing restrictions that would promote renewable energy adoption in residential buildings.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill prohibits local governments from banning gas appliances in housing, opposing local energy efficiency regulations that could affect housing development standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Building Codes

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 20, 2025

SB 192: Property tax: exemptions; freeze of taxable value for primary residences of certain senior citizens; provide for. Amends 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.1 - 211.155) by adding sec. 7zz.

SB 192 creates a partial property tax exemption for Michigan homeowners aged 63+ who have lived in their primary residence as their main home for at least 10 years, or homeowners of any age who have lived there continuously for 30 years. It applies to households with total gross income under $40,000 annually. The exemption amount equals the current taxable value minus a "base amount" established in the year the homeowner first qualifies. This bill directly affects low-income senior homeowners meeting specific residency and income criteria, freezing their tax burden relative to a base year value.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides direct property tax relief for low-income senior homeowners ($40k income cap), aligning with tax relief for middle/lower income as per support indicators.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides property tax exemption for low-income seniors, reducing housing costs and promoting stability for vulnerable homeowners in affordable housing context.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Homeownership Property Taxes

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passed · Michigan · Senate Mar 19, 2025

SB 51: State agencies (proposed): boards and commissions; Black leadership advisory council; establish. Creates new act.

SB 51 establishes the Black Leadership Advisory Council to address racial inequity in Michigan. The council, composed of 15 governor-appointed members (including representation from specific fields like health and education, an immigrant expert, and a member aged 18-35), must develop policies to eliminate discrimination in areas like housing, employment, and healthcare. It is required to identify discriminatory state laws, collaborate with the governor on equitable legislation, and submit annual reports. The council operates independently but receives department staff support, with no compensation for members beyond expense reimbursement.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates council to develop policies eliminating housing discrimination, directly addressing tenant protections and equitable housing access as stated in summary.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExplicitly targets employment discrimination by requiring council to develop policies eliminating racial inequity in workplace policies and identify discriminatory laws.95% confidence

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passed both · Michigan · Senate Aug 25, 2026

SB 22: Housing: landlord and tenants; return of security deposit by electronic transfer; allow. Amends sec. 9 of 1972 PA 348 (MCL 554.609).

SB 22 requires Michigan landlords to return security deposit refunds via electronic transfer (such as direct deposit or mobile payment) instead of checks when deducting for damages. Landlords must send the refund electronically within 10 days after mailing a damage notice to the tenant, which must include a 7-day response deadline. This affects all landlords and tenants in Michigan rental agreements involving security deposits. The law maintains existing requirements for 30-day damage notices and itemized claims but changes how refunds are delivered.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates electronic security deposit refunds within 10 days and requires 7-day tenant response period for damages, strengthening tenant protections in housing rental agreements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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passed · Michigan · Senate May 14, 2025

SB 180: Appropriations: department of health and human services; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

SB 180 is a funding bill that allocates $39.29 billion to Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It provides specific funding for key programs including $276 million for department administration and management, $195 million for child support enforcement operations, and $197 million for community services like homeless programs, diaper assistance, and housing support. The bill directly affects DHHS operations and the state's recipients of these services, such as families using child support enforcement, homeless individuals accessing shelter programs, and low-income households receiving food or housing aid. It establishes the financial framework for these programs but does not change their underlying policies or eligibility rules.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $39.29B to DHHS for essential programs including homeless support and housing, directly funding state operations under budget management.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $39.29B to DHHS for health services, community programs including homeless/housing support, directly funding public health operations and recipient programs.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAllocates $197M specifically for 'housing support' under community services programs within DHHS appropriations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Homelessness

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in committee · Michigan · House Jul 22, 2025

HB 4741: Property tax: delinquent taxes; sunsets on certain delinquent tax payment reduction and foreclosure avoidance programs; modify. Amends secs. 78g & 78q of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.78g & 211.78q).

HB 4741 modifies Michigan's property tax law by ending certain programs that reduced delinquent tax payments or prevented foreclosure. It adds a $175 fee for properties forfeited to county treasurers due to unpaid taxes (after 12+ months delinquent), changes interest calculations for residential properties under foreclosure avoidance agreements, and updates redemption rules. Homeowners with delinquent taxes, particularly those in residential properties covered by existing tax foreclosure avoidance agreements, will be directly affected by these changes. The bill sunsets specific programs that previously offered payment reductions, requiring property owners to pay full delinquent amounts plus fees to avoid losing their homes.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesEnds delinquent tax payment relief programs and adds $175 fees, restricting taxpayer assistance under foreclosure avoidance agreements.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill ends programs preventing foreclosure for delinquent tax homeowners, adds $175 fee, and weakens foreclosure avoidance agreements, reducing housing stability protections.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Mortgages Property Taxes

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in committee · Michigan · House Aug 12, 2025

HB 4751: Civil rights: general discrimination; sexual orientation and gender identity or expression; remove as categories protected under the Elliott-Larsen civil rights act. Amends title & secs. 102, 103, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 209, 302, 302a, 402, 502, 504, 505 & 506 of 1976 PA 453 (MCL 37.2102 et seq.).

HB 4751 would remove "sexual orientation" and "gender identity or expression" from the list of protected characteristics under Michigan's Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act. This change would eliminate legal protections against discrimination based on these factors in employment, housing, public accommodations, and education. The bill amends multiple sections of the Act (including Sections 102, 202, and 203) to delete these categories from the prohibited grounds for discrimination. If enacted, it would directly affect LGBTQ+ individuals who previously could seek legal recourse for discrimination based on these characteristics. The bill is currently in committee referral after its introduction on July 29, 2025.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRemoves housing discrimination protections for sexual orientation/gender identity, weakening tenant protections under Elliott-Larsen Act.95% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentRemoves LGBTQ+ protections from anti-discrimination law, weakening employment protections for vulnerable workers under Elliott-Larsen Act.95% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House Aug 21, 2025

HB 4777: Civil rights: general discrimination; gender identity or expression; remove from categories protected under Elliott-Larsen civil rights act. Amends title & secs. 102, 103, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 209, 302, 302a, 402, 502, 504, 505 & 506 of 1976 PA 453 (MCL 37.2102 et seq.).

HB 4777 proposes to remove "gender identity or expression" from the list of protected characteristics under Michigan's Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act. The bill would amend specific sections of the law (including Sections 102, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, and others) that currently prohibit discrimination based on gender identity or expression in employment, housing, public accommodations, and other areas. If enacted, this change would directly affect individuals who currently receive legal protections against discrimination based on gender identity or expression in Michigan. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having been introduced on August 20, 2025.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRemoves gender identity from housing anti-discrimination protections, weakening tenant protections for LGBTQ+ individuals per Elliott-Larsen Act amendments.95% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentRemoves gender identity from employment anti-discrimination protections, weakening worker safeguards under Elliott-Larsen Act.95% confidence

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passed both · Michigan · House Aug 13, 2025

HB 4081: Land use: land division; number of parcels resulting from division; authorize counties and municipalities to increase. Amends sec. 108 of 1967 PA 288 (MCL 560.108).

HB 4081 allows counties and municipalities in Michigan to set higher limits than the current state cap on the number of separate land parcels created when dividing a single property. It amends state law (MCL 560.108) that previously limited most land divisions to 12 parcels. The bill directly affects local governments, developers, and property owners by giving communities more flexibility to manage land use and development density. This change removes the state-imposed cap, enabling local authorities to establish their own parcel limits based on community needs.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRemoves state cap on land parcels (previously 12), enabling higher density development and local flexibility to increase housing options through land division.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Land Use Property Development Zoning

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