Appropriations: school aid; funding to districts for the development and implementation of a certain numbering system; provide for. Amends sec. 11 of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1611) & adds sec. 97g. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4225'23
Impact
The impact of HB 4226 on state laws centers around its financial implications for public schools and the stipulation regarding the numbering system. By appropriating considerable funds, the bill emphasizes the state's commitment to improving educational outcomes. Additionally, the requirements set forth in section 97g offer a structured way for districts to obtain necessary resources, but it also places certain administrative obligations on them. This could lead to a more standardized approach across districts, improving transparency and accountability in educational funding and operations.
Summary
House Bill 4226 is a bill aimed at amending the State School Aid Act of 1979. The main provision of the bill is to allocate specific funding to public schools for the fiscal years 2022 and 2023. The total proposed funding from the state school aid fund for these years is significant, amounting to over $16 billion. A notable feature of this bill is the inclusion of a new section, 97g, which allows school districts to receive funds for the development and implementation of a numbering system that is mandated by an earlier statutory requirement. This funding initiative seeks to improve administrative processes in schools and enhance educational services through better organization and resource allocation.
Contention
While the bill presents a solid funding strategy for education, it also raises points of contention related to the efficiency of state-directed funding and oversight. Some stakeholders might argue that such mandated systems could introduce additional bureaucratic layers that may hinder flexibility at the local level. Moreover, discussions surrounding the tie-bar with other legislative measures, specifically Senate Bill 4225, suggest potential complexities in the legislative process that could impact the seamless enactment of these educational reforms.
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Makes supplemental appropriation of $1 million from Property Tax Relief Fund to DOE to support Pantoliano-DePass school-based mentoring pilot program in certain Bergen County school districts.
Makes supplemental appropriation of $1 million from Property Tax Relief Fund to DOE to support Pantoliano-DePass school based mentoring pilot program in certain Bergen County school districts.