Appropriations: school aid; appropriations for K-12 school aid; provide for. Amends & adds (See bill).
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Overview
This bill, Senate Bill 230, proposes significant changes to the Michigan School Aid Act of 1979. It significantly increases the state’s appropriation for K-12 school aid for the fiscal years ending September 30, 2025 and 2026, drawing funds from various sources including the state school aid fund, general fund, and other trust funds. The bill also includes provisions for specific grants and allocations, such as funding for school loan bond redemption, addressing drinking water emergencies, supporting districts with declining enrollment, and providing targeted student interventions and supports. Furthermore, it introduces new requirements and regulations related to curriculum transparency and parental involvement.
Key provisions
- Increases state school aid appropriations for fiscal years 2025 and 2026.
- Allocates funds from multiple sources, including the state school aid fund, general fund, and trust funds.
- Provides grants for internal consolidation within districts and for construction projects in specific cities.
- Establishes funding for districts with a majority of students residing in cities experiencing water emergencies.
- Creates a MiStrategyBank to identify effective tutoring programs.
- Introduces requirements for curriculum transparency and parental notification regarding school choices.
- Establishes a process for distributing funding based on student performance and district needs.
- Includes provisions related to addressing chronic absenteeism and promoting equitable access to educational resources.
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