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House Bill 5256 Will Increase Gym Memberships Through Tax Credits

  • This legislation would allow all taxpayers to deduct the cost of certain physical facilities, such as gyms, fitness clubs, and personal training.
  • The bill would provide a credit of up to $1,500 for individuals filing single and a credit of up to $3,000 for those filing jointly.

  • HB 5256 passed in committee of House of Representatives.

  • MFA met with legislator on the importance of this legislation.

  • HB 5256 waiting on a vote from House of Representatives.

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MFA President Bryan Rief

"HB 5256’s advancement from committee to the House floor is an important step toward making fitness more affordable for Michigan residents. MFA supports this legislation because it recognizes the role fitness centers play in helping people stay active and build healthier lives."

Bryan Rief, MFA President

Michigan gym memberships accelerated by new laws

Accerlating Michigan gym and wellnes centers is being planned by state and federal legislators. Law makers see a connection between MFA member-services and improving the health of Michigan residents. The MFA’s Legislative Committee is working to get this legislation approved. Be part of the momentum join the MFA Click Here.

MFA's Superpower is Advancing Michigan Resident's Health

In February, MFA members met with legislators to explain the fitness/wellness professions’ role in healthcare. At this meeting with the legislators, they learned what MFA members do every day. It resonated with the lawmakers.

State Rep. Bollin, Legislative Healthcare Powerbroker

This legislative powerbroker sees a new role for MFA members in improving Michigan residents’ health. She walks the walk. When the MFA film crew entered her office, she made everyone do an eye-hand coordination workout. Check out the video!

MFA Pushing Back On Unfair Workforce Bills

Discover how the MFA advocates for laws that advance members’ business: Discover how the MFA advocates for and protects its members.

Take a look at some of our past advocacy efforts:

  • Members of the MFA Board participated in the work groups to create the re-opening protocols during COVID-19.
  • MFA members staged a “Bootcamp at the Capitol” to bring attention to health clubs still being closed.
  • The MFA lobbied for and was successfully added to the definition of an “afflicted business” in SB 85 of 2021. The purpose of the bill was to offset reductions in revenue due to changes in industrial and commercial property exemptions under section 9o of the General Property Tax Act.
  • The MFA is monitoring and lobbying against any bills that will require online cancellations.
  • The MFA is working with our U.S. senators and congressmen to get support for passing the P.H.I.T. Bill. The Personal Health Investment Today Act. The PHIT Act will allow Americans to use pre-tax dollars – flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) – to pay for health club memberships, fitness equipment, exercise videos, and youth sports leagues.
  • The MFA is monitoring for any legislation regarding proposed changes to minimum wage, work requirements, or benefits.
  • The MFA is monitoring any proposed changes to captive audience (union organizing) legislation.
  • The MFA is monitoring bills related to data privacy.
  • The MFA is monitoring for any legislation regarding predictive scheduling.

Big Step Forward for Michigan's Fitness/Wellness Profession!

Exciting news! MFA’s public education and political efforts pave the way for growth and innovation in the state’s fitness/wellness industry. At its fall conference, the a profession’s detailed the profession’s path forward.