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

SB 1044 — Individual income tax: property tax credit; definition of homestead; modify. Amends sec. 508 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.508).

Last action — REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, INSURANCE, AND CONSUMER PROTECTION

  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 June 18, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

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Prognosis

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In plain language

The bill modifies the definition of homestead for property tax credit purposes.

This legislation aims to change how a homestead is defined in relation to property tax credits. The modification could affect eligibility for these credits.

What this means for you
  • Consumers: This could affect how property tax credits are calculated for homeowners, potentially impacting your tax liabilities.

Summary

Individual income tax: property tax credit; definition of homestead; modify. Amends sec. 508 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.508).

Bill Text

Action History

  1. REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, INSURANCE, AND CONSUMER PROTECTION

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (146)

146 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 1044 do?
Individual income tax: property tax credit; definition of homestead; modify. Amends sec. 508 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.508).
Who sponsors SB 1044?
SB 1044 is sponsored by John Cherry (Democrat).
What is the current status of SB 1044?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced June 18, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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