HB 4185 changes how Michigan's general sales tax revenue is distributed. It directs 15% of the 4% sales tax to cities, villages, and townships through the Glenn Steil Revenue Sharing Act. Sixty percent goes to the state school aid fund (including all 2% tax from aviation fuel sales), while 27.9% of 25% from vehicle/fuel sales funds the transportation system. Additionally, it requires $9-12 million annually from computer software sales to the Michigan health initiative fund.
SB 187 transfers a 36.92-acre parcel of state-owned property in Tuscola County (near M-81 highway) to the Tuscola Area Airport Authority for $1.00, subject to strict public use requirements. The property must be used exclusively for public purposes like airports, parks, emergency services, or education - prohibiting for-profit use or restricted public access. If the airport develops oil, gas, or minerals on the land, it must pay half the revenue to the state’s general fund. This transfer affects the Tuscola Area Airport Authority and future public users of the property, with the state retaining rights to repossess if public use conditions are violated.
HB 4952 amends Michigan's Use Tax Act to change how 2% tax revenue from aviation fuel is distributed. It directs 35% of this tax to the state aeronautics fund and 65% to the qualified airport fund for airport-related expenses. The bill also mandates annual deposits into the local government reimbursement fund: $75 million starting fiscal year 2024-25, then $25 million annually after 2025-26. These changes affect schools (through school aid fund provisions), airports (via fund allocations), and local governments (receiving reimbursements).
HB 4257 defines key terms related to waste management, specifically for anaerobic digestion byproducts (digestate) and their "beneficial use" in agriculture or construction. It creates five distinct categories of beneficial use (e.g., soil application at agronomic rates, road base, or construction fill) with specific environmental safeguards like runoff prevention and groundwater protection. The bill directly affects waste management facilities, farmers, and construction entities handling digestate or ash by clarifying legal standards for its use. These definitions ensure consistent application under existing environmental rules, requiring materials to meet soil-nutrient balance and pollution prevention criteria.
SB 580 modifies Michigan's rules for issuing restricted driver's licenses to individuals suspended due to DUI convictions. It requires installing an ignition interlock device and completing a specialty court program before eligibility, limiting driving to work, treatment, school, or essential appointments. The restricted license remains valid for at least one year, during which any alcohol use could trigger further suspension. This applies to those with two DUI convictions or one DUI plus prior related offenses under Michigan law.
SB 52 amends Michigan's Port Authority Act (1978 PA 639) to update financial rules for port authorities. It modifies how these authorities manage grant funds, issue revenue bonds, and use "ancillary financing facilities" like interest rate swaps or insurance contracts. The bill adds new language (Section 19a) and revises multiple existing sections to clarify financial operations. This procedural update directly affects port authorities managing state-owned port facilities, such as piers, docks, and related infrastructure, without creating new facilities or changing their core responsibilities.
SB 152 exempts sales of large aircraft (6,000+ pound takeoff weight) and qualifying parts/materials used for transporting cargo or passengers from Michigan's state sales tax. It directly affects domestic air carriers (businesses primarily transporting cargo or passengers) and aircraft sellers, provided the aircraft isn't based or registered in Michigan before/after the sale or maintenance. Key conditions include requiring the aircraft to leave Michigan within 15 days after qualifying transactions and excluding shop equipment, fuel, and smaller aircraft from the exemption. The bill modifies Michigan's General Sales Tax Act (MCL 205.54x) to create these specific tax exemptions.
HB 4312 amends Michigan's sales tax distribution by directing 8.62% of the 4% general sales tax revenue to the Revenue Sharing Trust Fund starting October 1, 2025, with funds distributed to cities, villages, townships, and counties. It maintains existing allocations for aviation fuel tax (35% to the state aeronautics fund, 65% to qualified airport funds) and sets a minimum $9 million annual deposit from computer software sales tax into the Michigan Health Initiative Fund. The bill also clarifies adjustments for school aid fund revenue losses due to specific tax exemptions. These changes directly affect local governments, airports, and health programs through revised tax revenue streams.
House Resolution No. 87 is a resolution that declares May 2025 as Boating Safety Month in the state of Michigan. This resolution encourages all residents and visitors to engage in safe and responsible boating practices.
Senate Resolution 44 designates May 2025 as "Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month" in Michigan. This resolution encourages all Michigan citizens to participate in efforts to promote motorcycle safety, including rider education, proper gear use, and increased vigilance from all drivers to reduce crashes.
