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HB 1433

Wayne County - Subject to local approval, repeals the county wheel tax imposed by private act. - Repeals Chapter 75 of the Private Acts of 2004.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kip Capley

Bill repeals Wayne County's vehicle wheel tax from 2004, subject to local voter approval, eliminating a dedicated county transportation revenue source.

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Bill Summary · HB 1433

Legislative bill overview

HB 1433 repeals Wayne County's wheel tax, a vehicle registration fee established in 2004, contingent on local voter approval. The bill effectively allows Wayne County residents to vote on whether to eliminate this county-specific tax through the legislative repeal of the authorizing statute.

Why is this important

The wheel tax has been a dedicated revenue source for Wayne County transportation and infrastructure projects since 2004. Repealing it—if approved locally—would eliminate a specific funding stream while potentially affecting road maintenance and county transportation programs, depending on whether alternative funding is secured.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact: Loss of wheel tax revenue could create budget shortfalls for county transportation unless replaced by alternative funding sources
  • Local control interpretation: Whether the "local approval" requirement means a referendum vote or legislative action by county commissioners remains a procedural question
  • Equity concerns: Residents who have paid this tax for two decades may view elimination differently than newer residents who see it as an unnecessary burden

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

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