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 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 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.
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.
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 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.
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.
