The bill amends the Michigan National Guard Tuition Assistance Act by updating sections 3 and 4 to enhance the administration and funding of the tuition assistance program. It establishes the Michigan National Guard member benefits fund, which will replace the previous fund referenced in the law. The adjutant general is tasked with administering the program, determining eligibility, and approving applications for tuition assistance based on available funds. The bill also allows eligible family members of service members to utilize the tuition assistance, provided they meet certain criteria.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that any unencumbered balance in the newly created Michigan National Guard member benefits fund at the end of the fiscal year 2025 will be transferred to the fund, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively. The adjutant general is authorized to expend funds for tuition assistance on appropriation, reinforcing the program's commitment to supporting eligible individuals in their educational pursuits. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of two other specified bills in the legislature.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 32.433, 32.434