Michigan tax policy

State Policies Continue to Favor Manufacturers

By • Mar 2, 2015

While Gov. Rick Snyder famously campaigned against the government picking winners and losers, the state's economic development agency during his first term made a clear bet on one segment of the Michigan economy: manufacturing. Despite the Snyder administration's evolving economic development strategy, its focus on providing incentives to manufacturing companies looking to grow or expand in the state has remained constant.

Lawmakers Prepare to Address Budget Shortfall

By • Jan 19, 2015
State Capitol - file photo
Kevin Lavery, WKAR

(MPRN-Lansing) - Economists are predicting a revenue shortfall of about $330 million in the current state budget. They say the main reason is business tax credits that were claimed late last year. 

State House Republicans say tax breaks now at top of their agenda

By • Jan 10, 2014

Bolger says tax relief should be targeted toward individuals and help working families

Snyder administration seeking shift in tax revenue

By • Oct 21, 2013

Local governments looking to replace revenue from personal property tax, which is being phased out

Audit finds state agency did poor job monitoring low-tax zones

By • Jan 24, 2013

Auditor General report says claims that the program generated more than 12,000 jobs can't be verified.