The bill amends the State School Aid Act of 1979, introducing various updates to definitions and provisions related to school funding and pupil membership calculations. Key insertions include the definition of "average daily attendance" as 92% of pupils counted on membership count day, and clarifications of terms such as "board," "center," and "district." The bill also allows districts to count children who will be five years old by December 1 of the school year in their membership if their parents provide written notification of intent to enroll in kindergarten. Significant deletions include the removal of specific references to sections that may no longer be applicable, such as 11x. The amendments aim to streamline the process for determining pupil membership and funding allocations, ensuring alignment with current educational practices and federal requirements. Additionally, the bill outlines funding allocations for various educational initiatives, including special education, early literacy programs, and support for teacher recruitment and retention. It establishes a school aid stabilization fund to manage unexpended funds and ensure that shortfalls in the state school aid fund can be addressed. The bill also introduces provisions for accountability measures for schools designated as partnership districts, mandating reconstitution under certain conditions. Furthermore, it emphasizes the importance of maintaining accurate membership counts and provides mechanisms for adjusting counts based on various circumstances. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance funding stability, support educational infrastructure, and improve the quality of education across Michigan.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 388.1611, 388.1617