History and arts: other; history museum authorities act; create. TIE BAR WITH: HB 6227’26, HB 6228’26
Key claim: HB 6226 would create a Michigan History Museum Authorities Act (tie-barred with HB 6227 and HB 6228) to authorize history museum authorities.
Abstract
(HB6226 · 103rd Legislature) History and arts: other; history museum authorities act; create. TIE BAR WITH: HB 6227’26, HB 6228’26 Sponsor: Rep. Tyrone Carter (D) + 1 co-sponsor In committee: H Government Operations Latest action (2026-08-11): Bill Electronically Reproduced 07/29/2026
Why this matters
Creating a dedicated History Museum Authorities Act would establish a new class of local public authorities in Michigan with their own governance and (via tie-barred bills) tax treatment, expanding the economic development toolkit available to local governments for cultural institutions. For taxpayers and employers in host communities, the framework could shift how history museums are funded and how associated property tax capture is structured.