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SB 575

Local government: financing; certain filing fees; modify. Amends secs. 303 & 319 of 2001 PA 34 (MCL 141.2303 & 141.2319).

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sam Singh

SB 575 modifies Michigan local government filing fees under the 2001 Public Act 34 to adjust revenue collection mechanisms for municipal services.

referred to Committee on Appropriations
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Bill Summary · SB 575

Legislative bill overview

SB 575 modifies sections 303 and 319 of Michigan's 2001 Public Act 34, which govern local government financing mechanisms. The bill specifically adjusts certain filing fees that local governments charge, though the exact fee amounts and affected filings are not specified in the available summary information.

Why is this important

Filing fees are a revenue source for local governments and directly affect citizens' costs when conducting business with municipal offices—such as registering property, obtaining permits, or filing official documents. Changes to these fees can impact both local government budgets and the financial burden on residents and businesses engaging with local services.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency in summary: The specific filing fees being modified and the direction of changes (increases or decreases) are not detailed in available information, making it difficult to assess fiscal impact
  • Local government revenue implications: Fee changes could either burden or benefit municipal budgets depending on whether fees increase or decrease, affecting service delivery or tax policy
  • Equity concerns: Modifications to filing fees may disproportionately affect low-income residents or small businesses if fees increase, or conversely, may reduce access to services if local governments lose needed revenue

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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