Michigan might send residents $180 checks to combat inflation

Michigan Governor Whitmer, Secretary Of State Benson Hold Campaign Rally (Credit: Brandon Bell—Getty Images)

Michigan residents could see bigger tax refunds this year if a proposal from Democratic state legislators picks up some Republican support.

Democrats, led by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, are proposing the state issue $180 tax rebates, which they're dubbing inflation relief checks, to Michigan residents who file returns for the 2022 tax year.