Legislative Spotlight: Restoring the "Vote of the People" via Senate Bill 810
Senate Bill 810, introduced by Senator Jonathan Lindsey on February 26, 2026, is a bipartisan effort to completely remove the 24% wholesale tax that was added to cannabis products at the start of this year.
By repealing the wholesale tax entirely, the bill would restore the industry to the fiscal landscape Michiganders actually voted for, one designed to keep prices reasonable for consumers while supporting small, local businesses.
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One of the most significant arguments fueling the push for Senate Bill 810 is the principle of voter intent. When Michigan residents went to the polls in 2018 to pass the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act (MRTMA), they approved a specific, stable tax structure: a 10% excise tax at the point of sale.
The recent 24% wholesale tax, enacted as part of the Comprehensive Road Funding Tax Act in late 2025, was passed by the Legislature without a public vote. Advocates for the repeal argue that this new tax bypasses the will of the people and threatens the stability of a market that voters intended to be fair and accessible.
"Senate Bill 810 would repeal the new 24% wholesale tax and revert marijuana taxation to the structure set by the vote of the people."
Why does this bill matter to you?
- Honoring the Voters: When Michigan residents voted to legalize cannabis in 2018, they agreed to a specific 10% tax. They did not vote for this extra 24% tax, which was added by lawmakers later. This bill aims to bring taxes back to the level that the people actually approved.
- Lowering Prices: Because the current 24% tax is charged to growers and distributors, the price of some of your favorite products has increased. Repealing this tax would allow prices to drop significantly.
- Protect Local Businesses: By removing this high tax burden, Senate Bill 810 helps protect local jobs and keeps our neighborhood shops in business.
How to contact your senator
Residents of the Upper Peninsula wishing to express their support for SB 810 can contact their regional representatives. Most of the Upper Peninsula is represented by Senator Ed McBroom (R-District 38).
Sault Ste. Marie residents are represented by Senator John Damoose (R-District 37).
Template:
Dear Senator [Last Name],
As a resident of [Your Town] and a voter who values the integrity of our ballot initiatives, I am writing to express my strong support for Senate Bill 810.
In 2018, the people of Michigan approved a clear tax structure for adult-use cannabis. The 24% wholesale tax implemented this year bypasses that mandate and imposes a burden that voters never authorized. This “tax on a tax” is drives up costs for consumers, risks driving businesses away, and damages the legal market.
I ask that you stand with your constituents and the 2018 voters by supporting SB 810. Let’s return to a tax system that respects the will of the people and ensures a healthy, legal cannabis market for all Michiganders.
Thank you for your time and representation.
Respectfully,
[Your Name]
Note: While you are welcome to copy and paste the letter above, adding just one or two sentences of your own about how high prices affect your personal budget or your favorite local cannabis retailer can make your message even more impactful.
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