Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

SB 960 — Local government: other; process to vacate certain deed restrictions; provide for. Creates new act.

Last action — 9/30/2026 - REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced September 30, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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Odds of enactment

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In plain language

Allows local governments to remove certain private restrictions on commercial properties.

This bill permits local governments to file complaints to remove private restrictions on commercial properties that have been vacant for at least two years and are considered blighted. It establishes the process and conditions under which these actions can be taken.

What this means for you
  • Small Business: This could help small businesses by allowing previously restricted commercial spaces to become available for use.

Summary

Local government: other; process to vacate certain deed restrictions; provide for. Creates new act.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. 9/30/2026 - REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 146 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (146)

146 members have not signed on to this bill.

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"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 960 do?
Local government: other; process to vacate certain deed restrictions; provide for. Creates new act.
Who sponsors SB 960?
SB 960 is sponsored by Veronica Klinefelt (Democrat).
What is the current status of SB 960?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced September 30, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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