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Michigan Communities Push Back Against Data Centers as State Lawmakers Consider Moratorium and Tax Repeal
Michigan communities are rallying against data centers while state lawmakers consider repealing tax breaks for the facilities. A ballot initiative to ban utility political donations has 81 percent support. Deep Green withdrew its $120 million Lansing proposal amid community opposition.
April 10, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Washtenaw County voters could decide on $5.1 million healthcare tax after narrow 5-4 board vote
Washtenaw County commissioners voted 5-4 to advance a $5.1 million healthcare access property tax millage to the November ballot. The measure aims to offset federal healthcare cuts affecting thousands of residents.
3d ago·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Traverse City Dispensaries Face Squeeze as Michigan’s 24% Wholesale Weed Tax Revenue Falls Short
Michigan's 24 percent wholesale marijuana tax is falling short of revenue projections, raising concerns for Traverse City dispensaries and rural communities that depend on cannabis tax revenue.
June 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislation
Ann Arbor Senator Jeff Irwin Advances $100 Million Housing Tax Credit Through Michigan Senate Committee
Ann Arbor Sen. Jeff Irwin's $100 million housing tax credit package cleared the Michigan Senate committee with bipartisan support, facing one dissenting vote. The bills head to the full Senate floor.
June 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - budget
Warren Families Face Uncertainty as Michigan Leaders Clash Over Budget at Mackinac: Tax Increases, Rainy Day Fund, and Property Taxes in Dispute
Michigan's legislative leaders clashed publicly at the Mackinac Policy Conference over the state budget, with House Speaker Matt Hall rejecting Democratic proposals for tax increases and rainy day fund use. Warren residents face uncertainty as the July 1 deadline approaches.
June 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
Grand Rapids Drivers on the Line as Michigan Lawmaker Proposes Gas Tax Holiday
State Rep. Kathy Schmaltz introduced House Bill 5966 to temporarily suspend Michigan's 52.4 cent-per-gallon fuel tax until November 1 or until gas prices drop below $3.50. The bill heads to the House Appropriations Committee as Grand Rapids drivers face high pump prices.
May 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Grand Rapids on the Line as Michigan Governor Candidates Clash Over Tax Cuts, New State Departments, and Marijuana Taxes
Michigan governor candidates clashed over tax policy, government structure, and economic priorities at the Mackinac Policy Conference. Their proposals will directly impact Grand Rapids businesses and residents.
May 28, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - legislation
Michigan House Passes Property Tax Overhaul That Would Reshape Muskegon Homeowner Bills and County Revenues
The Michigan House passed a party-line property tax package that would eliminate the state property tax, end the pop-up tax, and repeal the real estate transfer tax. Muskegon homeowners could save roughly $1,400 a year, but the House Fiscal Agency estimates $5.4 billion to $5.8 billion in annual revenue losses. The bills now head to the Democratic Senate.
May 27, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - legislation
Battle Creek Rep. Steve Frisbie Leads Michigan House Vote to Eliminate $5 Billion in Property Taxes
Battle Creek Republican Rep. Steve Frisbie sponsored an eight-bill property tax package that passed the Michigan House, eliminating $5 billion to $7.5 billion in annual revenue. Democrats warn the cuts would devastate school funding.
May 25, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - policy
Traverse City Cannabis Shops Face Squeeze as Michigan Supreme Court Fast-Tracks 24% Tax Battle
A 24% state wholesale tax on cannabis is squeezing Traverse City dispensaries and rural Michigan operators. The Michigan Supreme Court has ordered an expedited review of lawsuits challenging the tax.
May 25, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislation
Ann Arbor Homeowners Face Uncertainty as Michigan House Advances $5 Billion Property Tax Cuts
The Michigan House passed a $5 billion property tax cut package that repeals the state education tax and real estate transfer tax. Ann Arbor homeowners could see lower bills, but critics warn schools and local services will face deep funding gaps.
May 22, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislation
Michigan House Passes Property Tax Cuts That Could Cost Grand Rapids Homeowners Billions in Lost Services
The Michigan House passed property tax cut bills Wednesday that could cost local governments billions. Grand Rapids Rep. Stephen Wooden warned the cuts would defund roads, schools, and public safety. The bills now go to the Senate.
May 21, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
Michigan Cannabis Tax Under Siege as Industry Files Second Lawsuit Just Days Before April 20 Payment Deadline
Michigan cannabis operators face immediate pressure to pay 24% wholesale tax by April 20 as second lawsuit challenges constitutionality and Supreme Court review looms over $420 million in road funding.
April 14, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Legislature Stalled as Property Tax Debate Dominates Capitol
Michigan Legislature has passed only seven bills in first three months of 2026, marking slowest pace in even-numbered year this century as property tax debate dominates Capitol while housing affordability crisis intensifies across state.
April 13, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Kicks Off Final Road Repair Season as Cannabis Tax Lawsuit Threatens Funding
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer launched the final road repair season of her administration Wednesday, celebrating a nearly $2 billion annual road funding package. But a significant portion of that funding relies on a 24 percent wholesale tax on cannabis products that the state's marijuana industry is actively challenging in court as unconstitutional.
April 10, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan Cannabis Industry Files Second Lawsuit Against 24% Wholesale Tax as Legal Battle Escalates
Michigan cannabis industry files second lawsuit challenging 24% wholesale tax, arguing the levy creates unconstitutional tax pyramiding that violates state's 6% sales tax cap while $420 million in road funding revenue is at stake
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - governor
Michigan Supreme Court Rejects Disney's Tax Appeal in Decade-Old Dispute With State
The Michigan Supreme Court has rejected Disney's appeal in a decade-long tax dispute with the state, upholding a lower court ruling that requires the entertainment giant to resolve the issue directly with the Treasury Department.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Supreme Court Weighs Michigan Tax Auction Case That Could Reshape Property Rights Nationwide
The U.S. Supreme Court is deciding whether local governments can keep surplus equity from homes they auction to pay tax debts, or must compensate homeowners for full market value. The case involves a Michigan family who lost their $200,000 home after foreclosure for a $2,000 tax debt they never owed.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - legislature
Michigan Representative Introduces Bills to Close Data Center Tax Loophole for Colleges
Michigan House Representative Reggie Miller is introducing legislation to close tax loopholes that allow colleges and universities to claim property tax abatements when building data centers, while also requiring facilities to register with the state and disclose environmental impacts.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Perry Johnson's Tax Plan Overstates Savings as Michigan Governor Race Tightens
Fact check shows Perry Johnson's income tax elimination plan would save families less than campaign claims, raising questions about revenue replacement
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - elections
Perry Johnson's Income Tax Elimination Plan Faces Scrutiny as Michigan Gubernatorial Race Intensifies
Republican gubernatorial candidate Perry Johnson's income tax elimination plan faces scrutiny as budget experts warn it would require deep cuts to essential state programs including Medicaid and education.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - policy
Detroit Region: Whitmer Breaks Ground on $16 Billion AI Data Center as Critics Call It a Betrayal
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer broke ground on a $16 billion AI data center in Saline Township alongside OpenAI and Oracle executives. Critics say the project strains local resources and offers few permanent jobs. The facility is part of the $500 billion Stargate Project.
June 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - politics
Warren Rep. John James Faces Whistleblower Complaint Over Alleged Taxpayer Fund Misuse in Gubernatorial Campaign
A whistleblower alleges U.S. Rep. John James of Warren misused taxpayer franking funds to run gubernatorial campaign ads outside his 10th Congressional District. Primary opponents and Democrats pounce on the complaint filed with the House Committee on House Administration.
June 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - education
TCAPS breaks ground on $17.5M afterschool clubhouse and fieldhouse in Traverse City
TCAPS breaks ground on a $17.5M afterschool clubhouse and multi-purpose fieldhouse in Traverse City. The public-private partnership includes more than $8.5M in donations and will create year-round opportunities for students.
May 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - elections
State Sen. Roger Hauck Announces Re-Election Bid, Focuses on Housing, Education and Property Tax Relief
State Sen. Roger Hauck announces re-election bid for 34th District seat, prioritizing housing affordability, education reform and property tax relief.
April 21, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - infrastructure
Governor Whitmer Kicks Off Final Road Construction Season as Marijuana Tax Lawsuit Threatens Infrastructure Funding
Governor Whitmer kicks off Michigan's 2026 road construction season with her final infrastructure push while facing legal challenges to the marijuana wholesale tax that funds the nearly $2 billion annual road investment.
April 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - governor
Michigan Budget Director Reveals $1 Billion Deficit Hole as Governor Whitmer Faces Pushback Over Tax Increases
State Budget Director Jen Flood revealed Michigan faces a $1 billion revenue decline as Governor Whitmer's $88.1 billion budget proposal faces pushback from Republican lawmakers over tax increases and reserve draws. The budget includes $186 million for SNAP and $780 million for Medicare funding.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - budget
Fact Check: Perry Johnson's Tax Cut Promise Overstates Savings While Michigan Budget Struggles
Fact check reveals Perry Johnson's $4,747 tax cut promise is misleading, while Michigan faces real budget challenges with schools, Medicaid, and infrastructure spending at historic levels.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Second Lawsuit Challenges Michigan's 24% Marijuana Wholesale Tax as Legal Battle Heats Up
Michigan's cannabis industry files second lawsuit challenging 24% wholesale tax, arguing it creates unconstitutional tax pyramiding that exceeds state's 6% sales tax cap and threatens road funding.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - policy
Federal Education Tax Credit Program Targets Michigan as State Lags in Reading Scores
U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon is urging Michigan to opt into a new federal tax credit program that could expand school choice options for families. The Education Freedom Tax Credit allows taxpayers to claim up to $1,700 in credits for donations to scholarship-granting organizations, with the program expected to be available starting in 2027. As Michigan ranks 44th nationally in fourth-grade reading scores, the federal program has attracted support from state Republican leaders while facing concerns from education officials about its potential impact on public schools.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - governor
Mike Cox Announces Tax Cut Plan and Education Reform as Michigan Governor Candidate
Former Attorney General Mike Cox announces plan to eliminate Michigan's state income tax and implement education reforms modeled after Mississippi, arguing current policies are driving population out of the state.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - governor
Michigan Strategic Fund Approves $17 Million Infrastructure Grant and $3.9 Million Tax Abatement for fairlife Expansion in West Michigan
Governor Whitmer announces Michigan Strategic Fund approval of $17 million infrastructure grant and $3.9 million tax abatement for fairlife expansion, creating 150 new jobs and $650 million investment in West Michigan.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - governor
Michigan Housing Shortfall Persists Despite Governor Whitmer's Progress as State Pushes for Tax Credit
Michigan continues to face a 119,000-unit housing shortfall despite Governor Whitmer's progress. New RAP program grants support housing projects in Grand Rapids and Saline, while state officials push for a state affordable housing tax credit to add 2,600 units annually through federal matching funds.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - budget
Michigan 2026 Budget Approved with Vacant Job Cuts, Marijuana Tax Hike, and Road Funding Boost
Michigan approves $81B budget with vacant job cuts, new marijuana tax, and road funding boosts after missing July deadline
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Michigan Treasury Sets April 20 Deadline for First Wholesale Marijuana Tax Payments With Penalty Waiver Option
Michigan Treasury has set April 20, 2026 as the deadline for first quarterly payments of the new 24% Wholesale Marijuana Tax, with a penalty and interest waiver option for businesses that submit at least 75% of taxes due by the deadline and pay the full amount by January 20, 2027. The department issued Revenue Administrative Bulletin 2026-3 providing detailed guidance on tax calculations, taxable transactions, and compliance requirements.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Michigan Marijuana Industry Files Second Lawsuit Challenging 24% Wholesale Tax as Unconstitutional
Michigan's recreational marijuana industry filed a second lawsuit challenging the state's 24% wholesale cannabis tax, arguing the tax structure creates unconstitutional tax pyramiding that exceeds the constitutional 6% sales tax cap.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - governor
U.S. Education Secretary McMahon Urges Michigan to Join Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program
U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon visited Metro Detroit and urged Governor Whitmer to join a federal tax credit scholarship program that would allow donors to receive tax benefits for contributions to nonprofit scholarship funds for K-12 students.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Michigan Republicans' 2026 Governor Race Heats Up With Perry Johnson's Tax Cut Proposal and John James's Attendance Record
Michigan Republican gubernatorial primary intensifies with Perry Johnson's income tax elimination pledge and U.S. Rep. John James's congressional attendance record under scrutiny.
March 30, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Lansing: UM Health-Sparrow Breaks Ground on $60 Million Surgery Center to Reduce Wait Times
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow broke ground Monday on a $60 million surgery center in Lansing. The new facility at East Michigan and Pennsylvania avenues will add operating rooms and an MRI unit to reduce patient wait times.
June 22, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - legislature
Lansing’s Budget Fight Boils Over at Mackinac: Chamber Leaders Clash Over Tax Increases, Rainy Day Fund
Michigan's four legislative chamber leaders clashed publicly at the Mackinac Policy Conference over the state budget fight. House Speaker Matt Hall set preconditions for a deal that directly conflict with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's plan, raising the stakes for a potential government shutdown.
June 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
Ann Arbor City Council Challenges U-M Regents’ $60 Million Concordia Campus Purchase
The University of Michigan Board of Regents unanimously approved a $60 million purchase of Concordia University Ann Arbor's 140-acre campus. The Ann Arbor City Council unanimously passed a resolution opposing the deal, citing tax-exempt status and lack of a public plan.
June 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Legislature Stalls as Campaign Season Looms, Whitmer Signs Only 7 Bills in First Quarter
Michigan's Legislature has passed only seven bills in the first three months of 2026, marking the slowest legislative pace in an even-numbered year this century as lawmakers face campaign season and unresolved property tax reform.
April 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - legislature
Michigan Legislature Passes Only Seven Bills in First Three Months of 2026 as Campaign Season Looms
Michigan's divided Legislature has passed only seven bills in the first three months of 2026, the slowest pace in an even-numbered year this century, as campaign season approaches and property tax reform becomes a potential breakthrough issue.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislature
Michigan Legislature Moves Slowest in Decade as Campaign Season Looms
Michigan legislature has signed just seven bills into law in first three months of 2026, marking slowest pace in even-numbered year this century as property tax reform and other priorities stall amid approaching campaign season.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislature
State Rep. Reggie Miller Introduces Bills to Close Data Center Loopholes for Colleges and Mandate Transparency
State Rep. Reggie Miller introduced legislation to prevent colleges from accessing tax incentives for data centers and require facilities to register with the state while disclosing operational impacts.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Lansing: Whitmer and Legislative Leaders Reach Budget Framework Deal Ahead of July 1 Deadline
Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Michigan legislative leaders reached a budget framework deal late Monday night, raising hopes the state will meet the July 1 deadline for its Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The agreement includes no tax increases, no Rainy Day Fund raid, and increased school funding.
June 24, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - accountability
Detroit Businesswoman Fay Beydoun Charged With 16 Felonies in $20 Million Michigan Grant Scandal
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel charged Fay Beydoun with 16 felonies, alleging she stole from a $20 million state grant awarded to her nonprofit Global Link International and used taxpayer funds for personal expenses including rugs, furniture, and dinners for Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
June 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - policy
Flint Families on the Line as Michigan Refuses to Share SNAP Data With Federal Government
Michigan refuses to share SNAP data with the USDA, a decision the federal government says could cost taxpayers $300 million. Flint residents who rely on food assistance are caught in the middle of the dispute.
May 27, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - education
Muskegon voters face $37.1M school bond proposal to add classrooms and expand career learning
Muskegon Public Schools presents a $37.1M bond proposal on Tuesday to add classrooms and expand career learning spaces across elementary, middle and high schools. The plan would maintain the current tax debt rate with no net increase in taxes.
May 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - budget
Jackson County Voters Decide on $3.9M Hanover-Horton School Bond in May 5 Election
The Hanover-Horton School District in Jackson and Hillsdale Counties is asking voters to approve a $3.9 million bond in the May 5 election to replace aging boilers and roofing at district schools. The district says the bond would not increase taxes and would be paid over 25 years.
April 29, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Michigan Dam Safety Failures Endanger Cheboygan as Federal Regulators Ignore Years of Warnings
Michigan dam safety failures endanger Cheboygan as federal regulators ignore years of warnings, with taxpayers now funding emergency repairs at the Cheboygan Lock and Dam complex
April 18, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - government
Bangor Township Residents Vote on $9.3M Fire Station Bond That Would Replace Over 50-Year-Old Station
Bangor Township residents will vote on a $9.28 million bond to replace a fire station built in 1963 with a modern facility that would cost taxpayers about $75 annually per household.
April 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - budget
Four Michigan Legislators Seek Over $6.7 Million in Arts Earmarks for 2027 State Budget
Four Michigan House members seek over $6.7 million in taxpayer funding for orchestras and theater projects in the 2027 state budget proposal, raising questions about earmarks and constitutional requirements.
April 14, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - governor
Michigan Governor Signs Health Care and Local Development Bills Including Wood Duck as Official State Duck
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signs three bipartisan bills addressing physician licensing through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, downtown revitalization via tax increment financing in St. Clair County, and designation of the wood duck as the official state duck in recognition of conservation success.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Announces Dozens of Appointments to State Boards and Commissions
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced dozens of appointments to state boards and commissions, including key positions on the Tax Tribunal, Finance Authority, and numerous regulatory boards across healthcare, education, and public safety.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - budget
Michigan Legislature Begins 2027 Budget Process With Education Spending and Federal Work Requirement Challenges
Michigan Legislature begins 2027 budget process with Governor Whitmer's $88.1B proposal including $21.4B in school aid, $625M literacy investment, and $181M Pre-K expansion amid federal work requirement challenges and Republican opposition to tax increases.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·10 sources