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MI HB6370

Bill

Status

Introduced

8/11/2010

Primary Sponsor

Richard Hammel

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Origin

House of Representatives

95th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Expands sales tax exemptions for nonprofit organizations exempt under federal tax code sections 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) to include property used to raise funds or obtain resources necessary for the organization's operation.

  • Requires organizations claiming exemptions to present either an exemption ruling letter from the department's sales tax division or a signed statement on an approved form certifying the property's intended use.

  • Allows organizations exempt from filing with the Internal Revenue Service to provide a signed statement without submitting a federal exemption letter.

  • Limits exemptions to tangible personal property and vehicles used primarily to carry out organizational purposes or fundraising activities as stated in bylaws or articles of incorporation.

  • Establishes that exemption claims must be accepted by courts as prima facie evidence and requires organizations to reimburse sellers if exemption claims are disallowed.

Legislative Description

Sales tax; exemptions; exemptions for fund-raising by nonprofits and charities; clarify. Amends sec. 4q of 1933 PA 167 (MCL 205.54q).

Sales tax, exemptions

Last Action

Printed Bill Filed 08/12/2010

8/18/2010

Committee Referrals

Tax Policy8/11/2010

Full Bill Text

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