On July 21, 2011, PA 126 of 2011 became effective, which requires Township Treasurers who collect property taxes to remain in the township offices between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on the last day that summer taxes are due to accept summer tax payments.  Before the change to the General Property Tax Act, it required a Township Treasurer to remain in the township offices on at least one business day between December 25 and December 31 in order to collect winter taxes.  This new law will be effective this year and will apply on the last day the 2011 summer taxes are due.