The bill proposes a gross appropriation of $756,217,000 for the Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. This funding is allocated across various programs, including early childhood education and higher education, and includes one-time appropriations totaling $60,000,000 for child development and care public assistance, college success funds, and expansion grants. The bill emphasizes transparency and accountability in the management of these appropriations, mandating the use of the internet for reporting and encouraging procurement from Michigan-based businesses. It also includes provisions to protect marginalized communities' access to resources and requires local governments to report actions that may restrict local health officers' duties.

Additionally, the bill enhances oversight of grant programs funded by local governments, requiring them to report any policies that may interfere with health officers' duties and stipulating that general fund appropriations cannot be used if federal or private funding is available. It establishes a comprehensive process for grant applications, including eligibility criteria and legislative sponsorship, and mandates the publication of reports on grant recipients. The Department is tasked with reporting on child care services and establishing family engagement centers, while also setting an income eligibility threshold for child development programs. The bill introduces a dual enrollment task force and competitive grants for student success, ensuring unexpended funds remain available for future projects.