Michigan 2023-2024 Regular Session

Michigan House Bill HB6277

Introduced

12/10/24

Caption

Education: financing; limitations on mills levied for school operating purposes; revise. Amends secs. 20 & 22a of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1620 & 388.1622a).

Impact

The implications of HB 6277 are significant for how school districts budget and receive funds. If passed, the bill will replace previous allowance calculations and potentially standardize funding levels across districts, ensuring that each receives a fair share of state support relative to local tax revenues. This aims to secure consistent educational funding, which is crucial for operational stability within Michigan's educational system. The bill also introduces a safety provision that connects the legislature's targeting of allocations to a historical context, specifically referencing 1994-1995 per-pupil revenue.

Summary

House Bill 6277 aims to amend the State School Aid Act of 1979 by revising sections regarding the foundation allowance for school districts in Michigan. This bill proposes a target foundation allowance of $9,608 for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, which serves as a benchmark for calculating each district's funding. It outlines a detailed mechanism for adjusting allowances based on previous fiscal year allowances, consumer price index changes, and local revenue generation through property taxation.

Contention

Discussions surrounding HB 6277 may involve contention regarding the equity of funding distribution among varying districts with different local tax bases. Some stakeholders are likely to argue that simply adjusting based on previous allowances may not adequately address disparities that exist in wealthier versus less affluent districts. There may also be concerns about the sustainability of the funding model, especially as it relies on historical fiscal data that may not reflect current economic realities or educational needs. Moreover, debates could arise regarding the implications of limiting local taxation options for districts based on state mandates.

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