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SB 896MICHIGANSession 2025-2026State Billin committee

Senate Bill 896 Exempts Portable Generators From Use Tax

Original title: Use tax: exemptions; exemption for certain generators; provide for.

Last action · April 15, 2026: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONSSponsor: Michele Hoitenga

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What This Bill Would Do

Senate Bill 896 would exempt the purchase of portable generators from the state , effective 90 days after enactment.

Why it matters

Purchasers of portable engine-driven machines that convert chemical energy to electrical power would no longer owe state on those transactions, changing the total purchase cost for residents and businesses.

Who It Would Affect

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Directly affected

Purchasers of portable generators

Purchasers would no longer be required to pay the state use tax when acquiring a portable generator.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a portable generator under this bill?

It is defined as a portable engine-driven machine that converts chemical energy from the fuel powering the engine to mechanical energy, which is then converted to electrical power.

When would this exemption take effect if passed?

The bill specifies that the amendatory act takes effect 90 days after the date it is enacted into law.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Procedural history

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Apr 15, 2026SenateCommittee
REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
Apr 15, 2026SenateIntroduced
INTRODUCED BY SENATOR MICHELE HOITENGA

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Connected Entities

Michele Hoitenga

PersonMichele Hoitenga“Primary sponsor of Senate Bill 896”Map →

Sources

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legislature.mi.gov

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