2026 House Bill 5996

Property tax: exemptions; partial exemption for qualified principal residence upon transfer of ownership; provide for.

A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled “The general property tax act,” (MCL 211.1 to 211.155) by adding section 7yy.

AI Analysis – Experimental

House Bills 5996 creates a temporary partial property tax exemption for principal residences in Michigan that experience a significant taxable value increase after a transfer of ownership, reducing the impact of sudden tax hikes for new homeowners.

Introduced in the House

May 20, 2026

Introduced by Rep. Regina Weiss (D-5) and two co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Tyrone Carter (D-1) and Laurie Pohutsky (D-17)

Referred to the Committee on Government Operations