MI SB1191

Appropriates $151,045,400 for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs for fiscal year 2010-2011, with $36,951,100 from state general fund and the remainder from federal, local, and other revenues.

Authorizes 977.0 full-time equated positions (7.0 unclassified, 970.0 classified) across multiple divisions including headquarters, armories, military training sites, veterans' homes, and veterans affairs directorate.

Establishes a veterans advisory board composed of representatives from large, medium, and small veterans service organizations to oversee grants and advise on veterans benefits counseling and advocacy programs.

Requires veterans service organizations receiving grants to meet eligibility standards including congressional charter status, participation in Michigan veterans organizations committees, and compliance with auditing and reporting requirements.

Appropriates $15,500,000 for capital outlay projects including $15,000,000 in federal funds and $500,000 in state restricted funds for land acquisitions, special maintenance, remodeling, and facility improvements.