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

SB 986 — Sales tax: collections; collection of sales tax on utility bills; prohibit. Amends sec. 4n of 1933 PA 167 (MCL 205.54n).

Last action — SENATE CO-SPONSOR(S) NAMED: LANA THEIS

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

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced June 02, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

Low chance

Based on the sponsor, cosponsors, and committee posture, this bill has a low chance of becoming law.

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In plain language

This bill prohibits the collection of sales tax on utility bills.

The bill amends existing legislation to prevent the collection of sales tax on utility bills, potentially lowering costs for consumers. It specifically targets the regulation around the taxation of utility services.

What this means for you
  • Consumers: This means lower utility bills for consumers, as sales tax on necessary services will no longer be collected.

Summary

Sales tax: collections; collection of sales tax on utility bills; prohibit. Amends sec. 4n of 1933 PA 167 (MCL 205.54n).

Bill Text

Action History

  1. 6/2/2026 - SENATE CO-SPONSOR(S) NAMED: LANA THEIS

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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Subjects

public-safety taxation
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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 986 do?
Sales tax: collections; collection of sales tax on utility bills; prohibit. Amends sec. 4n of 1933 PA 167 (MCL 205.54n).
Who sponsors SB 986?
SB 986 is sponsored by Jonathan Lindsey (Republican).
What is the current status of SB 986?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced June 02, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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