House Joint Resolution Y proposes an amendment to the Michigan Constitution that aims to ensure timely enactment of state budget bills for school aid. Specifically, it mandates that these budget bills must be passed into law by July of each year. If the legislature fails to meet this deadline, the resolution stipulates that the salaries of the Senate Majority Leader, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Governor will be withheld until the budget is enacted. Additionally, the resolution requires that these budget bills be made publicly available for a minimum of seven days prior to voting, with any amendments needing to be posted for at least 24 hours before a vote can occur.

The resolution seeks to amend several sections of Article IV and Article IX of the state constitution, including provisions related to the compensation of state officers and the process for passing budget bills. It emphasizes transparency and accountability in the legislative process, ensuring that critical funding for school districts is prioritized and that state leaders are held responsible for delays in budget approval. The proposed amendment will be submitted to the voters of Michigan at the next general election for approval.