The bill amends the Revised School Code to enhance the establishment and operation of area career and technical education programs by intermediate school districts in Michigan. Key changes include the requirement for a majority of intermediate school electors to approve the establishment of such programs, with the election process now mandated to follow specific guidelines. The bill also clarifies that the ballot must include a question regarding the establishment of the program and the associated property tax millage. Additionally, it stipulates that the number of mills that can be levied for these programs is contingent on previous millage rates, and it introduces stricter accountability measures for the use of tax proceeds, including the necessity for audits and potential legal actions for misappropriation.

Furthermore, the bill expands the scope of partnerships for intermediate school districts, allowing them to contract partially or entirely with other intermediate school districts, local school districts, community colleges, or private institutions for the operation of career and technical education programs. It emphasizes the need for these programs to be responsive to local workforce demands and mandates the establishment of program advisory committees. The bill also requires that all audit results be published on the intermediate school district's website, ensuring transparency. Overall, these amendments aim to improve the governance, funding, and operational effectiveness of career and technical education programs in Michigan.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 380.681, 380.684