HB5868

Natural resources: other; HOPE zone exemption; provide for. Amends sec. 51105 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.51105). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5852'26

Introduced·4/22/26
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Michigan HB5868 amends the HOPE zone exemption for commercial forests, adjusting tax rates and collection procedures.

Michigan HB5868 amends section 51105 of the Michigan Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to adjust the annual specific tax for commercial forests. Beginning January 1, 2012, the tax increases by 5 cents per acre every five years. The bill specifies that commercial forests are exempt from the ad valorem general property tax after certification by the Department of Natural Resources. Instead, these forests are subject to a specific annual tax, which varies based on the year.

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History

Apr 23

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 04/22/2026

Apr 22

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Helena Scott

Apr 22

House

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