HB4559

State management: other; use of certain terminology in the promotion of governmental services; regulate. Creates new act.

Introduced·6/5/25
Introduced Text

Michigan HB4559 mandates the use of "taxpayer funded" instead of "free" for services offered by state agencies or local governments.

Michigan HB4559, also known as the "promotion of governmental services act," requires state agencies and local governments to use the phrase "taxpayer funded" instead of "free" when promoting services. The bill defines "taxpayer funded" as services paid for by federal, state, or local taxes, fines, or fees. This change aims to clarify the source of funding for services offered without charge to residents.

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History

Jun 10, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 06/05/2025

Jun 5, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Steve Carra

Jun 5, 2025

House

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