HB 6016 Summary

• Sets the basic foundation allowance for 2016-2017 at $8,229.00 and minimum foundation allowance at $7,511.00 for Michigan school districts.

• Establishes a tiered funding formula where districts between minimum and basic allowance receive increases calculated through a specific mathematical formula based on prior year adjustments.

• Beginning in 2017-2018, increases per-pupil funding by a 1.3 multiplier for high school students (grades 9-12) compared to elementary and middle school students (grades K-8).

• Maintains special provisions for public school academies, achievement schools, community districts, and consolidated districts, with allocation caps and alternative calculation methods.

• Sets the maximum public school academy allocation for 2016-2017 at $7,511.00 and takes effect 90 days after enactment.