2026 Senate Bill 971

Property: land sales; purchase of certain residential homes by investors; regulate.

A bill to prohibit certain investors from acquiring or purchasing certain residential property; to require the registration of certain investors; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities; and to prescribe certain penalties, civil sanctions, and remedies.

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Restricts out-of-state investors from owning more than ten single-family residences in Michigan, imposes registration and reporting requirements, and enforces significant penalties for violations to promote local homeownership and housing accessibility.

Introduced in the Senate

May 14, 2026

Introduced by Sen. Veronica Klinefelt (D-11)

Referred to the Committee on Housing and Human Services