Where Michigan governor candidates stand on taxes, housing, affordability

Gubernatorial candidates say they have big plans to cut costs for Michiganders. How would they pull it off?

By: Jordyn Hermani

Outlets: Bridge Michigan

Published: July 31, 2026

Words: 2,488

Last Updated: 3 days, 4 hours ago

Affordability is a top issue this election year, and Michigan’s four remaining gubernatorial candidates have ideas on how to address it
Proposals include cutting the state’s 4.25% income tax rate, revamping the state’s economic development arm and more
Voters will have the chance to decide between either two Democrats or two Republicans during Michigan’s Aug. 4 primary election

LANSING — Michigan residents are grappling with rising costs, and candidates vying to be the …

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