2/3/22 - New Laws For Michigan

Thursday, February 3, 2022 at 7:27 AM

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Governor Whitmer signed several measures into law this week, while another law goes into effect today.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a number of bills into law.

-Two would impact the Michigan Liquor Control commission.

-Another bill would extended the time that the DNR has to approve or deny proposed land sales or exchanges.

-A bill would make sure that payments associated with special assessments of lake levels would be prioritized.

 

Removing Red Tape for Small Businesses 

House Bills 5322 and 5323 cut red tape for wholesalers licensed by the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC) and  make it easier for them to supply identifying information for tax purposes. 

"Removing these requirements make it easier for liquor wholesalers to supply information for tax purposes," said Governor Whitmer. "As a result of this package of legislation, these businesses can focus on serving Michiganders, putting Michigan first." 

House Bill 5322 was sponsored by Rep. Matt Hall, R - Emmett Township, and a copy can be found here

House Bill 5323 was sponsored by Rep. Tenisha Yancey, D - Detroit, and a copy can be found here.  

Extension Decision Time on Sale or Exchange of State-Owned Land  

House Bill 4363 extends the period the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has to approve or deny a proposed sale or land exchange of state land from 180 days to 210 days.  

"Giving the DNR ample time to make decisions regarding public lands allows them to collect all the necessary information they need to make an informed decision," said Governor Whitmer

House Bill 4363 was sponsored by Rep. Gary Howell, R - North Branch, and a copy can be found here

Lake Level Assessment Payments 

House Bill 4035 ensures payments associated with special assessments of lake levels will be prioritized, reducing the possibility of delinquent payments. 

House Bill 4035 was sponsored by Rep. Scott VanSingel, R - Grant, and a copy can be found here

 

Also a law that goes into effect today would drop the state sales taxes on feminine hygiene products. 

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