John James will eliminate Michigan’s state income tax, returning billions of dollars annually to the workers, families, and small businesses that power our economy.
Eliminate Michigan's state income tax.
Occurrences
John James plan to 'Make Work Great Again' includes income tax repeal
John James Unveils Bold Plan to Eliminate State Income Tax and Make Work Great Again
Evidence
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The report says James has made eliminating Michigan's income tax a campaign centerpiece and that his campaign promised a new plan soon.
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Michigan Treasury states that for the 2026 tax year, the individual income tax rate remains 4.25%.
Assessments
Michigan still levies an individual income tax at 4.25% for tax year 2026, so the promised outcome has not been delivered. James appears to be campaigning on this as a future gubernatorial policy while currently serving in federal office, and the provided evidence shows a plan or campaign position rather than enacted state legislation or a completed executive action. Because the relevant state-office term has not produced an opportunity for direct gubernatorial delivery, this is best treated as unresolved rather than a failed promise.