The bill amends the existing law regarding the powers and duties of the Department of Management and Budget in Michigan, specifically focusing on the development and review of 5-year capital outlay plans by state agencies, community colleges, and universities. These plans must identify capital needs, including new construction and improvements to existing facilities, and must be submitted electronically by November 1 each year. The Department and the Joint Capital Outlay Subcommittee (JCOS) are tasked with reviewing and prioritizing these requests, which will be included in the executive budget recommendation. Additionally, any modifications to the requests must also be submitted to the relevant parties.

The bill outlines a comprehensive evaluation process for capital outlay project requests, considering factors such as investment in existing infrastructure, life and safety deficiencies, and potential impacts on tuition and job creation. It establishes a requirement for JCOS approval for program development and schematic planning, and mandates that preliminary and final plans be submitted to the Department for review. The bill also clarifies that appropriations for studies and initial plans do not obligate the legislature to fund the completion of projects. This act is set to take immediate effect upon approval.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-1): 18.1242
House Introduced Bill: 18.1462, 18.1487, 18.1242
As Passed by the House: 18.1242
House Concurred Bill: 18.1242
Senate Concurred Bill: 18.1242
Public Act: 18.1242
House Enrolled Bill: 18.1242