MI SB0276

Requires the department to partner with the Michigan economic development corporation to administer the PATH (Partnership. Accountability. Training. Hope.) work program for family independence program recipients.

Mandates that eligible individuals participate in PATH program activities including community service and work requirements as detailed in their family self-sufficiency plan, with training limited to 2 years and requiring occupational relevance.

Exempts certain individuals from PATH participation including children under 16, full-time students aged 16-18, disabled persons, those 65 or older, and recipients of supplemental security income or disability insurance.

Allows temporary exemptions up to 90 days (or 365 days for caregivers) for individuals with short-term illness, postpartum recovery, pregnancy, or those caring for disabled family members, subject to caseworker review.

Requires the department to submit annual reports to the legislature on the number and reasons for exemptions granted, effective immediately as of March 25, 2014.