HB 5603 is a routine appropriations bill that allocates funding for the Michigan Department of Education for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027. It formally authorizes the state to spend specific amounts of money to support public education programs and operations. This bill directly affects the Department of Education and the schools, districts, and students it serves through state-funded programs. As a procedural budget measure, it does not change education policy but provides the necessary financial framework for existing programs to continue operating.
HB 5624 is a supplemental appropriations bill that allocates additional state funding for multiple departments, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch for the 2024-2025 fiscal year (ending September 30, 2025). It provides specific funding amounts to cover existing budget needs and includes conditions governing how these funds can be spent. This bill directly affects state agencies and branches by authorizing their use of supplemental funds for operations and programs during the upcoming fiscal year. As a procedural budget measure, it does not create new policies or programs but adjusts existing financial allocations.
HB 5602 allocates funding for Michigan's Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It establishes the specific budget amounts the department can spend on operations and programs during that period. This bill directly affects the department's ability to manage environmental protection, Great Lakes restoration, and energy initiatives through its allocated budget. As a standard appropriations act, it does not create new policies or regulations.
SB 785 amends Michigan's school aid law to allocate $200 million from the state school aid fund and $1.6 million from the general fund for the 2025-2026 school year to support free breakfast and lunch programs. It requires participating public and nonpublic schools (serving pre-K through 12th grade) to provide meals at no cost to all students, maximize federal reimbursement through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), and implement policies to determine student eligibility. The bill covers the gap between federal meal reimbursement rates and actual costs, including additional funding for the Great Start Readiness Program. Schools must also offer dietary accommodations (like gluten-free meals) and prioritize Michigan-sourced food where practical.
SB 796 is a funding bill that allocates supplemental state money for fiscal year 2026 to address PFAS contamination in water. It provides direct funding to state agencies responsible for water safety and PFAS mitigation programs, primarily benefiting communities affected by PFAS ("forever chemicals") in drinking water sources. The key mechanism is creating a new appropriation within the state budget specifically for water testing, cleanup, and safety measures related to PFAS. This bill does not create new regulations but ensures dedicated funding for existing water safety efforts targeting PFAS contamination.
HB 5626 is a supplemental budget bill that allocates additional state funding for multiple departments, agencies, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch for the 2026-2027 fiscal year (ending September 30, 2027). It provides specific funding amounts to support ongoing operations and programs across state government, with conditions on how the funds may be spent. The bill directly affects state agencies and branches that receive these supplemental funds, ensuring they have resources to meet budget needs for the upcoming fiscal year. As a procedural appropriations measure, it does not create new policies but adjusts existing funding levels. The bill was introduced on February 26, 2026, and referred to the Appropriations Committee.
HB 5631 is a supplemental appropriations bill that allocates specific funding amounts for Michigan public schools during fiscal years 2025-2026. It authorizes $17.9 billion from the state school aid fund and other designated funds (like the school transportation fund, enrollment stabilization fund, and educator fellowship fund) for the 2025-2026 school year, with slightly adjusted amounts for 2026-2027. The bill establishes a monthly payment schedule (October through August) for distributing these funds to school districts and intermediate districts, requiring the state treasurer to make payments via electronic transfer or warrant on specified dates. It also includes provisions for adjusting payments due to errors or changes in law and specifies that unspent general fund allocations will transfer to the school aid stabilization fund. This bill directly affects all public school districts and intermediate districts in Michigan by determining their state education funding allocation and payment timeline.
HB 5601 is a budget bill that allocates state funding for Michigan's government operations during the 2026-2027 fiscal year (ending September 30, 2027). It provides specific appropriations to the legislature, executive branch, and key departments including the attorney general, state, treasury, technology, and civil rights. The bill outlines how these funds can be spent and details the handling of fees and income collected by state agencies. This bill directly affects all state agencies receiving funding by establishing their financial resources for the upcoming fiscal year.
HB 5623 allocates additional state funds to multiple departments, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. It creates a supplemental appropriations act specifying how these funds can be used, ensuring state operations continue without disruption during the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. This procedural bill directly affects state government agencies by providing necessary funding authority.
HB 5496 imposes a 32% excise tax on the purchase price of wireless communications devices (like smartphones) sold primarily for use by individuals under 18 years old, effective January 1, 2026. The tax is collected at the point of sale by retailers, similar to other state taxes, and applies only to devices that support internet, apps, or multimedia - excluding basic telephones. All tax revenue flows into a new "Children's Mental Health and Safety Fund" in the state treasury, which must be used exclusively for mental health and safety programs for children as defined by existing law. The fund’s money remains available annually and cannot be redirected to the general state budget.
