Housing

in committee · Michigan · House Sep 29, 2025

HB 5064: Housing: landlord and tenants; form containing summary of tenant's rights; require state court administrative office to provide. Amends 1978 PA 454 (MCL 554.631 - 554.641) by adding sec. 4a.

HB 5064 requires Michigan's State Court Administrative Office to create a standardized form summarizing tenant rights under key housing laws (Truth in Renting Act, Housing Law, and Revised Judicature Act) within 90 days. Landlords must attach this form to all new lease agreements and post it in common areas like hallways or laundry rooms. The form must include a clear summary of tenant rights and a list of legal resources for violations, with specific formatting (12-point bold for general rights, 14-point for domestic violence protections). This bill directly affects all residential landlords and tenants in Michigan by mandating accessible, standardized information about tenant protections.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates standardized tenant rights summary in leases, enhancing transparency and protections per housing laws (Truth in Renting Act, Housing Law).95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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in committee · Michigan · House Sep 29, 2025

HB 5057: Housing: codes; triplexes, quadplexes, 5-plexes, or 6-plexes in certain residential structures; allow. Amends 1972 PA 230 (MCL 125.1501 - 125.1531) by adding sec. 4g.

HB 5057 requires Michigan's housing director to convene a meeting with a commission within 90 days of the bill's effective date. The commission must develop recommendations for modifying housing codes to allow triplexes, quadplexes, 5-plexes, or 6-plexes in residential areas, specifically considering water supply, fire department response times, and public safety. These recommendations would guide the director in updating rules or codes by January 1, 2027, if needed. The bill does not immediately permit multi-unit housing but establishes a process for future rule changes to potentially expand housing options in residential zones.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly enables triplexes/quadplexes/etc. in residential areas to increase housing supply and affordability, directly advancing housing development policies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Building Codes Tenant Rights Zoning

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in committee · Michigan · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 4041: Property tax: exemptions; continuation of poverty exemption, without subsequent application, for homeowner who previously established eligibility; provide for in certain circumstances. Amends sec. 7u of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.7u).

HB 4041 would automatically renew property tax exemptions for eligible homeowners who previously qualified under the poverty exemption program, eliminating the need for them to reapply annually. It directly affects low-income homeowners in Michigan who have already established eligibility for the exemption under current law. The bill amends Michigan law to require automatic continuation of this exemption in specified circumstances, reducing administrative burdens for qualifying residents. This change streamlines the process by removing annual application requirements for those already verified as eligible.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAutomatically renews property tax exemptions for low-income homeowners, reducing their tax burden and administrative hassle per tax relief indicators.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAutomatically renews property tax exemptions for low-income homeowners, reducing financial burden and preventing displacement - directly advancing housing affordability for qualifying residents.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Homeownership Property Taxes

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passed · Michigan · Senate Oct 23, 2025

SB 515: Housing: other; requirement for certain rental units to be equipped with a carbon monoxide device; provide for. Amends 1972 PA 348 (MCL 554.601 - 554.616) by adding sec. 1e.

SB 515 requires landlords of certain rental units in Michigan to install carbon monoxide detectors. It amends Michigan's housing code (MCL 554.601-554.616) by adding a new section mandating this safety device in specified properties. The bill directly affects residential landlords who manage qualifying units, such as multi-family dwellings or older buildings where carbon monoxide risks are higher. This policy change aims to enhance occupant safety by ensuring detectors are present in targeted rental housing. The bill passed the state legislature on October 23, 2025, and is now pending further legislative steps.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequiring carbon monoxide detectors in rental units directly enhances tenant safety, a key aspect of tenant protection under housing policies. The bill explicitly mandates this safety measure for qualifying properties.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters

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in committee · Michigan · House Nov 4, 2025

HB 5170: Housing: landlord and tenants; right for water bill to be in tenant's name; provide for. Amends 1972 PA 348 (MCL 554.601 - 554.616) by adding sec. 1f.

HB 5170 would require landlords in Michigan to transfer water bills to tenants' names upon request for metered or sub-metered rental units. Landlords must approve such requests within 120 days, ensure water costs are not included in rent payments, and cannot retaliate against tenants for making this request (e.g., by raising rent or denying lease renewals). The bill applies only to new or renewed leases after its effective date and prohibits local laws conflicting with these provisions. It directly affects tenants in covered rental units and landlords managing those properties.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires landlords to transfer water bills to tenants, reducing rent burden and preventing retaliation, strengthening tenant protections under housing policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Nov 5, 2025

SB 254: Public utilities: other; transfer of utility to tenant; provide for. Amends sec. 1 of 1939 PA 178 (MCL 123.161) & adds sec. 4a. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0253'25

SB 254 requires utility providers (like water or sewage services) to approve tenant requests to transfer utility accounts when moving into a rental property. It amends Michigan law to mandate that providers must accept requests from tenants under Section 1f(1) of 1972 PA 348 (which defines "lessee" as a tenant). This directly affects renters who want to continue utility service under their name when leasing a new property, rather than the previous owner or landlord. The bill does not change utility rates or create new fees, only streamlining the transfer process for tenants.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates utility transfers to tenants, strengthening tenant rights and reducing service disruptions in rental housing, directly supporting tenant protections under housing policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Nov 5, 2025

SB 253: Housing: landlord and tenants; right for water and sewer bill to be in tenant's name; provide for. Amends 1972 PA 348 (MCL 554.601 - 554.616) by adding sec. 1f.

SB 253 requires landlords to provide tenants in single-metered rental units (not part of multifamily properties) with the option to have water and sewer bills sent directly to both the tenant and landlord. It prohibits landlords from retaliating against tenants who make this request, including eviction, rent increases, or denying lease renewals. The law applies only to new or renewed leases after its effective date and does not override federal housing laws. Tenants in these units gain direct access to their utility billing information, while landlords must comply with the new notification requirement.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProtects tenant rights by requiring landlord billing transparency and prohibiting retaliation for utility billing requests, directly strengthening tenant protections in housing.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · Michigan · House Nov 13, 2025

HB 5272: Individual income tax: property tax credit; credit for disabled veteran or widow or widower of disabled veteran who rents or leases a homestead; provide for and exclude from cap. Amends secs. 522 & 530 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206. 522 & 206.530). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5275'25

HB 5272 proposes to create a new property tax credit for disabled veterans and surviving spouses (widows/widowers) of disabled veterans who rent or lease a home in Michigan. It amends Michigan’s income tax law to add this credit and specifically exclude it from the state’s income tax cap. This would directly benefit qualifying renters who are disabled veterans or surviving spouses, providing them with a tax reduction they currently cannot access under existing rules. The bill does not change other tax credits or the overall tax structure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit for disabled veterans/renters, providing direct tax relief excluded from cap, aligning with support indicators for lower-income tax relief.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides tax credit for disabled veteran renters, reducing housing costs and increasing affordability for vulnerable renters.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates tax credit for disabled veterans & surviving spouses, expanding financial benefits for renters who previously couldn't access property tax credits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Property Taxes Renters Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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in committee · Michigan · House Nov 12, 2025

HR 216: A resolution urging Congress to support a National Infrastructure Bank as embodied in H.R. 5356 or equivalent legislation.

HR 216 is a procedural resolution urging Congress to support a National Infrastructure Bank as described in H.R. 5356. It does not create new funding but proposes a public bank capitalized through existing Treasury debt to finance infrastructure projects like road repairs, school upgrades, lead pipe replacement, and affordable housing. The resolution highlights Michigan's infrastructure challenges - such as 33% of roads in poor condition and 11% of bridges deemed structurally deficient - and cites widespread support from state legislatures and organizations. As a non-binding resolution, it formally requests congressional action but does not enact policy changes itself.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly cites school upgrades as a key infrastructure project to be funded by the proposed National Infrastructure Bank, aligning with education infrastructure improvements.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly lists 'affordable housing' as a project to be financed by the proposed National Infrastructure Bank, directly supporting funding for this topic.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill urges Congress to support National Infrastructure Bank funding road repairs, bridge maintenance, and infrastructure projects as highlighted by Michigan's road/bridge conditions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Bridges

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in committee · Michigan · House Nov 13, 2025

HB 5266: Veterans: other; office of veteran homelessness; create, and provide resources for homeless veterans. Creates new act.

HB 5266 creates Michigan's Office of Veteran Homelessness within the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs to coordinate support for homeless veterans. The office will identify, align, and connect veterans to existing state, federal, and local resources and programs addressing homelessness, including mental health, substance use, and housing services. It establishes a $1 million Veteran Homelessness Fund for the office's operations and requires annual reports detailing the scope of veteran homelessness, resource gaps, and recommendations for improvement. The bill directly affects homeless veterans in Michigan by streamlining access to services and improving coordination across government programs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCoordinates access to mental health and substance use services for homeless veterans, aligning existing resources to support healthcare needs.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingCreates $1M fund and office to address veteran homelessness through housing services, directly advancing housing support for vulnerable population.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransCreates Office of Veteran Homelessness with $1M fund to coordinate housing/health services for homeless veterans, directly advancing support through dedicated funding and coordination.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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