This morning the House Tax Policy Committee considered HB 4245, a bill that would exempt eligible renewable energy systems from real property taxes. The League testified in opposition of this legislation.

The legislation was introduced by Rep. Daley as a result of concerns he heard from farmers in his district who were installing renewable energy systems on their farms and then being taxed for those systems. While the League is supportive of renewable energy, we are not supportive of the continued peacemeal property tax exemptions that continue to be considered by the legislature.

The League was joined in opposition by the counties, townships and numerous school groups. The committee did not vote on the legislation.

Samantha Harkins is the Director of State Affairs for the Michigan Municipal League.  She can be reached at 517-908-0306 or email at [email protected]