HB 4810 is a supplemental appropriations bill that allocates additional state funding for grants supporting finance, human resources, and information technology operations across Michigan state departments and agencies. It creates a new funding mechanism specifically for these operational grants during the 2025 fiscal year (ending September 30, 2025). The bill directly affects state agencies requiring resources for core administrative functions, such as payroll systems, data management, and financial reporting. It does not create new programs but supplements existing budgets to cover these specific operational costs. The bill was introduced on August 26, 2025, and referred to the Appropriations Committee for further review.
HB 4800 amends Michigan's budget law to regulate how state funds for specific projects ("work projects") are managed. It requires that new work projects must have a clear purpose, detailed plan, estimated cost, and completion date, and must be approved by budget committees within 30 days. The bill sets a 24-month limit for project funds to remain available (after which unused funds return to the state), mandates quarterly reports from the budget director to lawmakers on project balances and lapses, and allows committees to halt spending if funds are misused or not used timely. This directly affects state agencies receiving project funds and budget committees overseeing fiscal accountability.
HB 4328 provides $100 million in supplemental state funding for emergency response and disaster relief during Michigan's 2025 fiscal year, primarily for counties affected by storm damage. It allocates $75 million for storm disaster relief grants and $25 million for a contingency supplement, to be distributed by the Department of State Police on a first-come, first-served basis (50% immediately, 50% after six months). Counties can use these funds for emergency actions like debris cleanup, shelter, energy assistance, and repairing public infrastructure damaged by storms. This ensures timely support for communities recovering from storm-related financial hardship.
HB 4260 redirects $115 million annually from Michigan's 4% general sales tax revenue into the Public Safety and Violence Prevention Fund starting with the 2025-2026 fiscal year. This change affects state budget allocations, shifting funds previously going to the general fund toward public safety and violence prevention programs. The bill amends Michigan's General Sales Tax Act (MCL 205.75) to establish this specific annual transfer, with the amount adjusted based on actual tax collections. It does not create new taxes but reallocates existing revenue streams.
SB 487 restricts the State Administrative Board's authority over state budget funds by prohibiting transfers to the general fund or for purposes not specified by the legislature. It allows the board to move funds within a single department's budget only after notifying legislative appropriations committees and waiting for a set period without committee approval. The bill also explicitly blocks the board from transferring funds from designated programs, such as the strategic outreach reserve fund and critical industry programs. These changes aim to strengthen legislative oversight of state spending while maintaining the board's general supervisory role.
HB 4162 allocates $17.77 billion in state and federal funds for Michigan's K-12 public schools for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, primarily from the state school aid fund and other designated trust funds. It sets a new target per-student funding level of $10,025 and establishes a formula to calculate each school district's foundation allowance based on the previous year's funding, inflation (using the Consumer Price Index), and the target amount. School districts with funding below the target receive adjusted increases, while those above the target see smaller raises tied to inflation. The bill directly affects all public school districts by determining their state funding allocation through this updated formula.
HB 4577 modifies Michigan's state funding formula for public K-12 schools, directly affecting school districts that receive state school aid. It amends two sections of the school aid law (MCL 388.1611 and 388.1617b) to adjust how funds are distributed to schools. The bill passed the House on June 11, 2025, with immediate effect, meaning the revised funding method applies without delay. This change alters the state's process for allocating annual school aid appropriations.
HB 4580 allocates funding for Michigan's public universities during the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It amends specific sections of Michigan law (MCL 388.1836 and 388.1841) to establish the budget for higher education institutions. The bill directly affects public universities by providing their state funding for the upcoming fiscal year. It passed the House with strong support (56-41) and is now moving to the appropriations committee for further review.
HB 4578 provides the budget for the Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential for fiscal year 2025-2026. It allocates specific funding amounts to support the department's programs and operations during the upcoming year. The bill directly affects the department by determining its available resources for delivering services related to education and workforce development. This is a routine budget measure that establishes funding levels without introducing new policies or altering existing programs.
HB 4576 is the fiscal year 2025-2026 appropriations bill for the Michigan Department of Education. It authorizes specific funding levels for the department's operations and programs during the upcoming state fiscal year. The bill passed the House on June 11, 2025, with 56 ayes, 53 noes, and 1 excused. As a procedural appropriations act, it establishes the legal funding framework but does not detail specific programs or spending items beyond the authorized amounts.
