SB0690

Land use: farmland and open space; legal arrangements eligible for tax credits; expand. Amends sec. 36109 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.36109). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0688'25, SB 0686'25, SB 0689'25, SB 0687'25, SB 0685'25

Complete·12/23/25

Expands eligibility for tax credits for Michigan farmland and open space under development rights agreements.

This bill amends the Michigan Compiled Laws to expand eligibility for tax credits for owners of farmland and related buildings subject to development rights agreements. It allows partnerships, S corporations, and trusts to claim credits based on their share of property taxes. It also allows individuals in possession of property under a life estate or life lease to claim credits. The bill specifies procedures for claiming credits, including filing requirements and the handling of excess credits. It also includes provisions for the Department of Treasury to manage and audit the credit program.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

35 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

Dec 11, 2025

10:30 AM

House Agriculture

Nov 6, 2025

10:30 AM

Senate Natural Resources and Agriculture

History

Dec 23, 2025

Senate

Presented To Governor 12/19/2025 3:00 Pm

Dec 23, 2025

Senate

Approved By Governor 12/23/2025 11:08 Am

Dec 23, 2025

Senate

Filed With Secretary Of State 12/23/2025 12:38 Pm