Property tax: exemptions; property tax exemption from certain millages levied under the district library establishment act if the property's owner has no children attending public schools in this state; provide for. Amends sec. 13 of 1989 PA 24 (MCL 397.183). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5376'25, HB 5377'25, HB 5378'25
Impact
Should HB 5379 be enacted, it would significantly alter the financial landscape for district libraries by limiting their taxing authority over properties owned by certain residents. This change aims to alleviate financial burdens on families not utilizing public education services, providing a tax relief measure that could influence local funding for libraries. The bill requires the enactment of three other bills for it to take effect, indicating it is part of a broader legislative strategy within the 103rd Legislature.
Summary
House Bill 5379 proposes amendments to the District Library Establishment Act in Michigan, specifically to section 13 (MCL 397.183). The bill largely centers around the taxation powers of district libraries and introduces provisions for a property tax exemption. Under this bill, real or personal property owned by individuals without any dependents utilizing public schools or receiving publicly funded educational services will be exempt from certain taxes levied by participating district libraries starting December 31, 2026.
Contention
The proposed tax exemption raises questions about the potential impact on library funding, especially considering that libraries often rely on property taxes for their operational budgets. Supporters of the bill may argue that it grants necessary relief to families while opponents might express concern over the implications for library funding and services. The requirement for related bills to pass adds an additional layer of complexity to its potential enactment, as stakeholders will want to consider the implications of these intertwining legislative pieces.
Same As
Property tax: exemptions; property tax exemption from certain millages levied under the revised school code if the property's owner has no children attending public schools in this state; provide for. Amends secs. 1211, 1212 & 1364 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1211 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5376'25, HB 5378'25, HB 5379'25
Same As
Property tax: exemptions; property tax exemption from the state education tax if the property's owner has no children attending public schools in this state; provide for. Amends secs. 2 & 3 of 1993 PA 331 (MCL 211.902 & 211.903). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5376'25, HB 5377'25, HB 5379'25
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Property tax: exemptions; property tax exemption from certain school-related millages if the property's owner has no children attending public schools in this state; provide for. Amends 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.1 - 211.155) by adding sec. 7yy. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5377'25, HB 5378'25, HB 5379'25
Property tax: exemptions; property tax exemption from certain millages levied under the revised school code if the property's owner has no children attending public schools in this state; provide for. Amends secs. 1211, 1212 & 1364 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1211 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5376'25, HB 5378'25, HB 5379'25
Property tax: exemptions; property tax exemption from certain school-related millages if the property's owner has no children attending public schools in this state; provide for. Amends 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.1 - 211.155) by adding sec. 7yy. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5377'25, HB 5378'25, HB 5379'25
Property tax: exemptions; property tax exemption from the state education tax if the property's owner has no children attending public schools in this state; provide for. Amends secs. 2 & 3 of 1993 PA 331 (MCL 211.902 & 211.903). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5376'25, HB 5377'25, HB 5379'25
Property tax: exemptions; general property tax act; reflect repeal of data center tax exemptions. Amends sec. 7ff of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.7ff). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5396'25, HB 5397'25
Property tax: exemptions; exemption from state education tax for certain residential property and certain agricultural property; provide for. Amends 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.1 - 211.155) by adding sec. 9q. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4373'25
Property tax: exemptions; property tax exemption for certain utility personal property; provide for. Amends 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.1 - 211.155) by adding sec. 7yy. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4788'25
Property tax: exemptions; personal property constituting certain hydrogen fuel pumps; exempt. Amends secs. 27 & 34d of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.27 & 211.34d) & adds sec. 9q. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4112'25
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