SB 541 creates the Michigan National Guard member benefit fund in the state treasury to support existing benefit programs for National Guard members. The fund receives deposits from any source, earns interest through state treasurer investments, and retains all money year-to-year without lapsing to the general fund. The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs administers the fund and can only use its money to implement the Michigan National Guard tuition assistance program (2014 PA 259) and the Michigan National Guard child care assistance act. This bill directly affects Michigan National Guard members by ensuring dedicated funding for their tuition and child care benefits through these established programs.
SB 382 creates the Michigan Achievement Scholarship Act, providing last-dollar financial aid to Michigan residents attending eligible community colleges, public universities, or private nonprofit institutions. The scholarship covers remaining tuition and fees after other gift aid (like Pell Grants) is applied, based on a student's financial need (SAI of $30,000 or less). It directly affects low-to-moderate income students who meet eligibility criteria, including filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The program aims to make higher education more affordable by reducing out-of-pocket costs for qualifying students at participating Michigan institutions.
SB 247 imposes a fee of 0.417 cents per gallon on hazardous waste injected into "class I multisource commercial hazardous waste disposal wells" (special wells serving multiple generators). Owners/operators must pay this fee quarterly, adjusted annually using the Consumer Price Index, and forward revenue to a community fund. Exemptions apply for certain cleanup waste, site cleanups, and specific waste types, requiring written certification from generators. The collected fees fund annual grants to cities and townships hosting these wells, distributed based on the percentage of fees collected from that area.
SB 132 creates a tax credit for Michigan taxpayers who donate to the endowment funds of qualifying community foundations. It directly affects individual income tax filers who make eligible contributions to these community foundations. The bill amends Michigan's tax code (MCL 206.1-206.847) by adding Section 261, allowing donors to reduce their state tax liability by a percentage of their donation. This is a concrete policy change that provides a financial incentive for charitable giving to community foundations.
SB 173 is a budget bill that allocates $4.18 billion in state funding for Michigan government operations during fiscal year 2025-2026. It provides specific appropriations for state departments including the Attorney General’s office, Treasury, Civil Rights, and other executive branch agencies. The funding covers salaries, programs like child support enforcement, and operational costs, sourced from state general funds, federal revenue, and transfers between state departments. This bill directly affects how Michigan state agencies will operate and spend money during the upcoming fiscal year.
SB 176 appropriates $986.6 million for Michigan's Department of State Police for fiscal year 2025-2026, funding current operations and services. It directly affects the state police agency by allocating resources for core functions like forensic science ($51.7 million), criminal justice information ($29.9 million), trooper training ($5 million), and school safety programs. Key provisions detail specific funding amounts for classified positions, equipment, and specialized units including biometrics, forensic labs, and 911 administration. This is a routine budget bill providing necessary funding for existing state police programs, not creating new policies or services.
SB 184 is a supplemental appropriations bill allocating $445.86 million for Michigan state departments, agencies, and branches for fiscal year 2024-2025. It directly affects state agencies and local governments by funding specific programs, including $1 million for the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development's food safety program and $41.77 million for capital projects. Key provisions include funding land acquisitions for parks and conservation areas across multiple counties (e.g., Lamberts Trail Park in Kent County, Munising Bay Overlook in Alger County). The bill specifies that these funds come primarily from state restricted revenues and special funds, not the general state budget.
This bill allocates $2.25 billion in state funding for Michigan's Department of Corrections for fiscal year 2025-2026. It covers administrative costs (including staff salaries and pensions), inmate reentry programs (like education and job training), parole services, and facility operations (including body-worn cameras and housing). The funding directly supports 13,207 correctional staff positions and services for inmates, such as vocational programs and transitional housing. It does not create new programs but provides budgetary support for existing department functions.
SB 180 is a funding bill that allocates $39.29 billion to Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It provides specific funding for key programs including $276 million for department administration and management, $195 million for child support enforcement operations, and $197 million for community services like homeless programs, diaper assistance, and housing support. The bill directly affects DHHS operations and the state's recipients of these services, such as families using child support enforcement, homeless individuals accessing shelter programs, and low-income households receiving food or housing aid. It establishes the financial framework for these programs but does not change their underlying policies or eligibility rules.
SB 172 is a funding bill that allocates over $636 million to Michigan's Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It provides budget authority for DNR operations, including state parks, wildlife programs, and Great Lakes restoration, funded through state general funds, federal grants, and special revenue accounts like park fees and hunting licenses. The bill specifies exact funding amounts for key areas such as department administration, invasive species control, and public outreach programs. This is a routine budget appropriation, not a policy change, directly affecting DNR's ability to manage natural resources and public facilities.
