MI HB6396Michigan House Bill 6396 proposes a new individual income tax credit for taxpayers who pay certain fees related to the disposal of nuclear and radioactive waste. This credit would be equal to the difference between the fee amount that taxpayers would have paid under previous regulations and the new, higher fees established by House Bill 6395. The bill aims to offset the increased costs associated with the disposal of nuclear and radioactive waste by providing a tax credit to qualified taxpayers. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MI/text/HB6396/2025?utm_source=openai))
MI HB6396 is a house bill in the Michigan 103rd Legislature, sponsored by James DeSana (R), currently “Introduced” since September 24, 2026.
We track 4,230 Michigan bills this session, 35 of them sponsored by James DeSana.
While specific media coverage on House Bill 6396 is currently unavailable, the introduction of this bill may be viewed positively by environmental advocates and taxpayers concerned about the financial impact of increased waste disposal fees. By offering a tax credit, the bill seeks to alleviate the burden on individuals and businesses involved in the disposal of nuclear and radioactive waste, potentially garnering support from these stakeholders.
Conversely, the bill could face criticism from those who view it as a subsidy to industries responsible for nuclear and radioactive waste, potentially reducing the financial incentives for these industries to seek safer or more sustainable disposal methods. Critics might argue that such tax credits could undermine environmental protection efforts and shift the financial responsibility of waste disposal onto taxpayers.
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What does MI HB6396 do?
Michigan House Bill 6396 proposes a new individual income tax credit for taxpayers who pay certain fees related to the disposal of nuclear and radioactive waste. This credit would be equal to the difference between the fee amount that taxpayers would have paid under previous regulations and the new, higher fees established by House Bill 6395. The bill aims to offset the increased costs associated…
What is the status of MI HB6396?
MI HB6396 is currently “Introduced” in the Michigan legislature.
Who sponsored MI HB6396?
James DeSana (R) sponsored MI HB6396.
