Transportation

This bill modifies how tax revenue from internet sports betting in Michigan is distributed among various state and local funds. It requires that thirty percent of the tax go to the city where the betting operator's casino is located for uses such as hiring street patrol officers, neighborhood development, public safety improvements, and road repairs. The remaining revenue is allocated to the state, with specific mandatory payments to the compulsive gaming prevention fund, a first responder coverage fund, and tribal governments for essential services. Any money left over after these designated expenses must be deposited into the state school aid fund to support public education.

SB 269 amends Michigan's Aeronautics Code (MCL 259.135) to allow qualified airports to directly accept, receive, and disburse certain federal airport funds without channeling them through the state commission, provided federal rules permit it. This change specifically applies to airports that meet federal eligibility requirements and are authorized to handle funds directly under federal law. The bill streamlines the funding process for these airports by removing the requirement to use the state commission as an agent for eligible federal grants. It does not alter funding amounts or create new programs, but adjusts administrative procedures for airport authorities. This procedural change affects qualified airports seeking direct federal funding for airport projects.

HB 4180 removes the sales tax requirement for motor fuel sales in Michigan by amending the state tax code. It directly affects gas stations and fuel retailers by exempting motor fuel transactions from the standard sales tax. The bill creates a new tax exemption provision (Section 4gg) in the tax code, specifically excluding motor fuel sales from taxable transactions. This change became effective immediately upon the Governor's approval on October 7, 2025.