The bill amends the State School Aid Act of 1979, introducing several key updates and a new section, 105d, which redefines "average daily attendance" to 92% of pupils counted on membership count day. It establishes new definitions for terms such as "district," "district of residence," and "membership," while clarifying criteria for counting pupils, particularly those in cyber schools and special education programs. The legislation aims to enhance pupil accounting accuracy and ensure compliance with federal laws, allowing for flexibility in counting special education pupils under 26 and those in alternative education programs, regardless of typical age criteria.

Additionally, the bill revises the Michigan Administrative Code regarding membership counting, specifying that individuals in job training programs are not counted in membership and detailing how cooperative education program participants are counted based on instructional time. It introduces provisions for counting pupils in various educational settings, including those expelled or in dropout recovery programs, and establishes criteria for nonresident pupil enrollment. The bill emphasizes equitable access by prohibiting discrimination based on various factors and mandates transparency in the enrollment process, including maintaining waiting lists and providing information on transportation options. Overall, the bill aims to streamline enrollment and funding processes while ensuring compliance with anti-discrimination laws.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 388.1603