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SB 559

State management: funds; revenue sharing trust fund; create. Amends 2000 PA 489 (MCL 12.251 - 12.262) by adding secs. 11a & 11b. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0561'25, SB 0912'26

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by John Cherry and 2 co-sponsors

Michigan bill would establish a Revenue Sharing Trust Fund through amendments to state law, with implementation details dependent on passage of companion bills SB 560 and 561.

referred to Committee on Appropriations
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Bill Summary · SB 559

Legislative bill overview

SB 559 proposes amending Michigan's 2000 Public Act 489 to create a new Revenue Sharing Trust Fund by adding two new sections (11a and 11b). The bill is tied to companion measures SB 560 and SB 561, suggesting coordinated legislation that likely details how revenues would be collected, distributed, and managed through this trust mechanism.

Why is this important

Revenue sharing trust funds typically redirect state revenues to local governments, specific regions, or designated purposes. This could significantly affect state budget allocation priorities and which communities receive funding. The tie-bar requirement means all three bills must pass together, indicating the sponsors view them as essential components of a single policy package.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue source unclear: Without seeing SB 560-561, it's unknown which state revenues would fund this trust or whether it requires tax increases or redirects existing allocations
  • Local vs. state control: Trust funds can shift fiscal control away from the state legislature to trustees or beneficiary entities, raising accountability questions
  • Budget impact magnitude: No fiscal details are publicly available yet, making it difficult to assess whether this strains or improves state finances

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

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