HB 5604 allocates state funding for Medicaid and behavioral health services under Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services for the 2026-2027 fiscal year (ending September 30, 2027). It provides the specific budget amounts needed to cover these programs, directly affecting Medicaid recipients and behavioral health providers across the state. The bill is procedural, establishing the legal framework for spending these funds but not changing program rules or eligibility.
HB 5622 is a supplemental appropriations bill that allocates additional state funds to multiple Michigan departments, agencies, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. It provides funding adjustments without creating new programs or policies, directly affecting how state agencies spend existing budget allocations. The bill's key mechanism is establishing supplemental funding levels to cover specific operational needs within the state government's existing budget structure.
HB 5633 is a supplemental appropriations bill that increases funding for Michigan public schools for fiscal years 2026-2027. It adds $100 million from a new school consolidation and infrastructure fund, adjusts allocations from other funds (like the state school aid fund and general fund), and specifies payment schedules for school districts. The bill amends payment timing rules in Section 17b, requiring monthly distributions from October through August with July/August payments accruing to the next school year. This directly affects all public school districts and intermediate districts receiving state education funding under Michigan's School Aid Act.
HB 5616 allocates funding for capital projects during Michigan's 2026-2027 fiscal year. It provides money to demolish, construct, renovate, or equip buildings and facilities on state property, public universities, community colleges, and state-owned properties. The bill establishes the specific appropriations needed for these physical improvements. It directly affects state agencies, higher education institutions, and the state building authority by authorizing their use of these funds for infrastructure. This is a standard funding bill, not a policy change, focused solely on financing eligible construction and renovation work.
HB 5504 proposes creating a State Digital Service Office within Michigan's Department of Technology, Management, and Budget. The office would review software projects costing $1 million or more, advise state agencies on modern development practices (like user-centered design and agile methods), and require annual reports on progress and cost savings. It directly affects state departments and agencies developing digital services, mandating collaboration with the new office for projects over $500,000 and requiring transparency through public reporting on outcomes like time saved and error reduction. The bill aims to improve digital service efficiency and user experience across state government.
SB 793 amends Michigan's industrial facility tax law to clarify key definitions for tax exemption eligibility. It updates terms like "restoration" (major renovations to industrial properties, including structural improvements) and "speculative building" (new structures built without a specific tenant) to better align with current development practices. These changes directly affect local governments, economic development organizations, and businesses seeking tax benefits for industrial property improvements. The bill focuses on making the program's rules clearer without altering the core tax exemption structure.
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.
SB 790 redirects a portion of corporate income tax revenue to fund Michigan Space Grant Consortium (MSGC) programs. Beginning in the 2025-2026 fiscal year, the bill requires $250,000 (or the amount needed to fully fund NASA-related student grants, fellowships, and internships) annually to be allocated to support MSGC. This directly benefits Michigan residents pursuing undergraduate or graduate opportunities in space-related fields through NASA programs. The funds are transferred to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation for MSGC to administer, ensuring state support for student participation in federal space initiatives.
HB 5573 expands property tax exemptions for specific nonprofit organizations in Michigan. It adds new exemptions for conservation land held by qualified nonprofit groups (like nature preserves open for public recreation) and clarifies exemptions for nonprofit hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and educational institutions. The bill specifies detailed requirements for organizations to qualify, such as perpetual land preservation for conservation groups and licensing for healthcare facilities. These changes directly affect qualifying nonprofits, conservation organizations, and healthcare providers by allowing them to exclude certain properties from local property taxes. The bill refines existing tax exemption rules without creating new tax rates or funding mechanisms.
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.
