This bill proposes a gross appropriation of $166,422,700 for the Michigan Department of Education for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. The funding will be sourced from federal revenues, special revenue funds, and the state general fund, with specific allocations designated for areas such as special education services, educator excellence, and information technology. The bill emphasizes the management and expenditure of these funds, including a preference for Michigan-made goods and services, restrictions on hiring legal services under the attorney general's purview, and mandates for reporting out-of-state travel expenses. Additionally, it introduces a contingency authorization for local and private funds not exceeding $1,500,000, which cannot be expended until transferred as specified in the management and budget act.

Moreover, the bill establishes new provisions aimed at enhancing transparency and equitable access to educational resources. It requires the department to maintain a publicly accessible website detailing expenditures and vendor payments, and to collaborate with the state budget office for annual reports on fund balances and projected revenues. The bill also emphasizes support for marginalized communities, mandates reporting on actions that may restrict access to health officers, and encourages consideration of geographically disadvantaged business enterprises for contracts. Other key provisions include the establishment of a low incidence outreach fund, funding for American Sign Language literacy resources, educator recruitment initiatives, and support for library services, ensuring a comprehensive approach to educational funding and management in Michigan.