2026 House Bill 5861

Taxation: other; HOPE zone exemption; provide for.

A bill to amend 1953 PA 189, entitled “An act to provide for the taxation of lessees and users of tax-exempt property,” by amending section 1 (MCL 211.181), as amended by 2020 PA 356.

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House Bills 5852 thru 5869 create HOPE zones in Michigan's impoverished areas, offering targeted tax incentives and dedicated funding for neighborhood revitalization and workforce development, with strict eligibility, compliance, and reporting requirements.

Introduced in the House

April 22, 2026

Introduced by Rep. Helena Scott (D-8) and 9 co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Veronica Paiz (D-10), Kimberly Edwards (D-12), Cynthia Neeley (D-70), Tyrone Carter (D-1), Amos O’Neal (D-94), Regina Weiss (D-5), Jennifer Conlin (D-48), Morgan Foreman (D-33) and Matt Longjohn (D-40)

Referred to the Committee on Government Operations