The bill proposes a gross appropriation of $291,580,100 for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, aimed at enhancing support for military personnel and veterans. It allocates funds for military operations, veterans' services, and capital projects, including one-time appropriations of $26 million for the Selfridge Air National Guard Base and $2.5 million for eliminating veteran homelessness grants. The bill emphasizes transparency and accountability by mandating a searchable public website for expenditures and requiring quarterly reports to legislative committees on staffing and financial data. It also encourages contracting with geographically-disadvantaged business enterprises and establishes guidelines for grant programs to ensure responsible use of funds.

Additionally, the bill introduces new requirements for grant agreements, including a claw-back provision for unspent or misused funds, and mandates that grant recipients report on project status and financial expenditures. It outlines responsibilities for maintaining National Guard armories, operating the Michigan Youth Challenge Academy, and managing the military family relief fund. The bill also establishes various funds to support programs like tuition assistance and child care for National Guard members, while enhancing outreach services for veterans to ensure they are informed about their benefits. Overall, the legislation aims to improve the welfare and support systems for Michigan's military personnel and veterans through structured funding, reporting, and accountability measures.