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SB 132

Sales tax: other; reference to the brownfield redevelopment financing act; update. Amends sec. 4d of 1933 PA 167 (MCL 205.54d). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0129'23

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Winnie Brinks and 6 co-sponsors

Michigan updates sales tax code references to brownfield redevelopment financing, tied to companion legislation, affecting tax treatment of contaminated property remediation projects.

ASSIGNED PA 0093'23 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
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Bill Summary · SB 132

Legislative bill overview

SB 132 amends Michigan's sales tax statute (MCL 205.54d) to update references related to the brownfield redevelopment financing act. The bill is tied to SB 129, suggesting coordinated legislative changes affecting how brownfield properties are treated under Michigan's tax code.

Why is this important

Brownfield redevelopment is economically significant—these are contaminated or potentially contaminated sites that, when remediated, can drive urban renewal and economic growth. Tax incentives tied to brownfield projects influence whether developers pursue cleanup and redevelopment, affecting property values, job creation, and environmental remediation across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Unclear scope of amendments: The bill description doesn't specify what "updates" were made to the references—whether they expand, restrict, or clarify brownfield tax treatment
  • Tie-bar dependency: The bill's full impact depends on understanding SB 129; changes in one without the other could create unintended consequences
  • Tax revenue implications: Updates to brownfield financing mechanisms may affect state sales tax revenue or shift tax burdens, though the fiscal impact isn't detailed in available information

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

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