Michigan House approves Republicans’ tax cut, pulling votes from seven Democrats

Lawmakers a step closer to cutting income tax

Bill would drop income tax from 4.25% to 4.05%

Americans for Tax Reform Applauds Michigan House Republicans for Passing Income Tax Cuts

Yesterday, HB 4170, a bill proposed by Rep. Kathy Schmaltz to lower Michigan’s income tax rate from 4.25% to 4.05%, passed through the Michigan House. This feat was accomplished in no small part due to Speaker Matt Hall’s efforts to mobilize House Republicans and get their full support for this bill.   Not only does HB 4170 provide immediate relief for struggling Michigan families, but it also ensures the permanency of any future cuts resulting …

Michigan House Approves State Income Tax Cut

Photo: Nick King ~ USA TODAY NETWORK LANSING, March 19, 2025 ~ The Michigan House voted to reduce the state’s flat income tax from 4.25% to 4.05% on Tuesday. House members approved the tax cut in a 65-43 vote, with seven Democrats joining the GOP to approve the bill. The GOP-supported bill has an unclear fate in the Democrat-controlled State Senate, with no clear support in the legislative body. PODCAST: March 19, 2025 ~ Michigan is considerin…

House Republicans, seven Democrats approve income tax cut, aim to save taxpayers $700M - The Midwesterner

Lawmakers in the Michigan House voted Tuesday to give Michiganders back the tax break they were promised, moving to return about $700 million in annual revenues to taxpayers. “Families across Michigan are struggling to afford basic necessities – groceries, gas, housing, and child care costs are stretching budgets thinner than ever,” state Rep. Kathy Schmaltz, […]

Michigan House approves Republicans’ tax cut, pulling votes from seven Democrats

Members of the Michigan House of Representatives on Tuesday approved a 0.2% reduction to the state income tax rate, as Republicans continue to blame Democrats for increased rates in 2024. In 2023, Michigan Treasurer Rachel Eubanks announced the state’s income…

House votes to send Senate income tax elimination plan to governor. But is it really over?

Surprise move is still subject to a holding motion. Governor, lieutenant governor and speaker all decline comment after vote on sea change in state taxation. More debate is possible, and another tax bill remains alive.