LANSING, Mich. — Michigan seniors age 70 and older would be exempt from paying property taxes under legislation introduced Tuesday by state Sen. Michele Hoitenga.
“People across Northern Michigan are feeling the financial burden of high taxes— especially our seniors, many of whom are on a fixed income and have worked their whole lives, only to now face losing their homes due to skyrocketing property tax increases,” said Hoitenga, R-Manton. “If you are a retired senior or still working, you’ve earned the right to stay in your home without worrying about property taxes.”
“This bill is a step in the right direction of cutting back the tax burden Michiganders face and sends the message that Republicans want to make life better for our seniors — not worse. If Democrats feel the same way, they should put their money where their mouth is and support this bill.”
Hoitenga said Senate Bill 292 would end property taxes for anyone over the age of 70, and Michigan seniors would not need to be retired to qualify for this proposed tax cut.
This is the second tax-cutting bill introduced by Hoitenga this year. In March, she introduced SB 125 to eliminate state income tax on overtime earnings.
Both bills have been referred to the Senate Committee on Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection for further consideration.
