Legislature: reports; fiscal note on the financial impact of legislation to local governments; require. Amends secs. 502 & 602 of 1986 PA 268 (MCL 4.1502 & 4.1602).

Michigan House Bill 6255 requires that a fiscal note be prepared for legislation to assess its financial impact on local governments. This amendment to the Legislative Council Act aims to ensure that the potential costs or savings for local entities are considered before passing new laws. The bill was introduced on August 26, 2026, by Representative Matthew Bierlein and co-sponsored by Representatives Tim Kelly, Steve Frisbie, Gregory Alexander, Douglas Wozniak, and Gina Johnsen. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MI/bill/HB6255/2025?utm_source=openai))

The bill has been positively received by local government associations, which have long advocated for such measures to prevent unfunded mandates. They view it as a proactive step toward fiscal responsibility and transparency.

Some state legislators express concern that the bill could slow down the legislative process by introducing additional steps for fiscal analysis. They worry that this requirement might delay the passage of necessary laws and increase administrative burdens.