2008 House Bill 5895

Authorize property tax breaks for more business types

Introduced in the House

March 13, 2008

Introduced by Rep. Ed Clemente (D-14)

To authorize targeted property tax abatements for certain firms selected by government planners on property that is used for “major distribution and logistics facilities,” headquarters facilities, “competitive edge technology businesses,” information technology facilities, or facilities that have been selected by other government planners to receive certain Michigan Economic Growth Authority tax breaks.

Referred to the Committee on New Economy and Quality of Life

March 20, 2008

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

April 9, 2008

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one that revises details but does not change the substance of the bill as previously described.

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the House 107 to 0 (details)

Received in the Senate

April 15, 2008

Referred to the Committee on Economic Development and Regulatory Reform