Military affairs: other; child care reimbursement for National Guard members; provide for. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4958'25, HB 4962'25

HB 4953 creates a Michigan National Guard child care assistance program to help eligible members cover child care costs during required training. It directly affects Michigan National Guard members in active service who are single parents or have a spouse also serving in the Guard. The program provides annual stipends for child care during weekend drills and annual training (up to 12 hours daily, max 39 days yearly), with amounts set by the state military leader. Administration is handled by the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, using funds from the existing Michigan National Guard member benefit fund.