Budget & Taxes (Appropriations)

in committee · Michigan · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 5616: Appropriations: capital outlay; appropriations for fiscal year 2026-2027; provide for. Creates appropriation 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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates state funds for capital projects (buildings, facilities) across state agencies and institutions, directly advancing fiscal management and public infrastructure funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 5603: Appropriations: department of education; appropriations for fiscal year 2026-2027; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates FY 2026-27 funding for Michigan Department of Education, directly advancing public education budget through state appropriations.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates state funding for Michigan Department of Education operations and programs without policy changes, directly supporting education funding as a routine budget measure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 18, 2026

SB 790: Corporate income tax: revenue distribution; earmark to support grant, fellowship, and internship programs offered by the Michigan Space Grant Consortium; provide for. Amends sec. 695 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.695).

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects corporate tax revenue to fund specific educational programs, advancing fiscal allocation for state initiatives without tax increases.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationRedirects corporate tax revenue to fund NASA-related student grants/fellowships, directly supporting higher education opportunities in space fields through MSGC programs.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRedirects corporate tax revenue to fund NASA-related space education programs, directly advancing technology workforce development in aerospace fields.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Business Taxes Income Tax Higher Education

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 5624: Appropriations: supplemental; appropriations for multiple departments and branches for fiscal year 2024-2025; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 5624 allocates supplemental funding to multiple state departments and branches for fiscal year 2024-2025, directly advancing budgetary needs through increased appropriations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 5602: Appropriations: department of environment, Great Lakes, and energy; appropriations for fiscal year 2026-2027; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates specific funding for department operations and programs, directly supporting budget allocation for environmental and energy initiatives without restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 5617: Appropriations: community colleges; appropriations for fiscal year 2026-2027; provide for. Amends secs. 201 & 206 of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1801 & 388.1806).

HB 5617 allocates $363,570,600 for operations at all 26 Michigan community colleges for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It specifies exact funding amounts for each college (e.g., $21,337,300 for Grand Rapids Community College) and includes small supplemental amounts for North American Indian tuition waivers. The bill does not include performance-based funding, with all operational funds coming from the state school aid fund. This is a routine appropriations bill that directly affects community colleges by setting their state funding levels for the upcoming fiscal year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $363M state funding for community college operations, directly advancing public education funding without performance conditions per state school aid fund.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $363M for community college operations, directly funding higher education institutions without restrictions or cuts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Higher Education

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 24, 2026

SB 796: Appropriations: supplemental; funding for PFAS mitigation and water safety; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates supplemental state funds for PFAS water safety programs, directly increasing budget appropriation for environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAllocates funds for PFAS mitigation and water safety, directly addressing environmental contamination from pollutants and protecting drinking water sources.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds PFAS water mitigation, directly preventing chemical exposure linked to health issues and supporting public health programs per topic description.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Drinking Water Water Quality

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 5607: Appropriations: department of health and human services; appropriations for fiscal year 2026-2027; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

HB 5607 allocates specific funding to Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It directly affects the MDHHS by providing the budget authority needed to operate its existing programs and services during that period. The bill creates the formal appropriation act for these funds, authorizing their expenditure without introducing new policies or altering current programs. This is a standard funding measure to ensure state health and human services programs remain operational.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates specific funding to MDHHS for 2026-2027, ensuring continued operation of health and human services programs without altering current policies.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates specific funding to MDHHS for existing health programs, providing budget authority without policy changes, directly advancing operational funding for healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Government Spending

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 5612: Appropriations: department of military and veterans affairs; appropriations for fiscal year 2026-2027; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

HB 5612 allocates state funding for Michigan's Department of Military and Veterans Affairs for fiscal year 2026-2027. The bill creates a formal appropriation act to fund the department's operations, including military and veterans programs, during that fiscal period. It does not establish new policies or programs but provides the necessary budget authority for existing services. This procedural bill directly affects the department's ability to deliver military and veterans support services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates state funding for existing military/veterans programs, ensuring budget authority for department operations without new taxes or policy changes.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allocates state funding for Michigan's Department of Military and Veterans Affairs to maintain existing veteran services and programs during FY2026-2027.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 5626: Appropriations: supplemental; appropriations for multiple departments and branches for fiscal year 2026-2027; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

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.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates supplemental funding to multiple state departments/agencies and branches for FY2026-2027, directly supporting government operations and fiscal management per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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