MI HB5233

Requires strict discipline academies to display the names of their authorizing body and primary educational management organization on signage, promotional materials, websites, and school applications for contracts entered into, extended, renewed, or modified on or after April 2, 2025.

Applies naming requirements to property signage (unless prohibited by local ordinance or zoning), internet/television/radio advertisements, billboards, website footers, and student enrollment applications.

Maintains existing requirements that strict discipline academy contracts be issued on a competitive basis and include provisions for educational goals, accountability measures, financial audits, and contract renewal standards based on student growth.

Preserves existing provisions allowing school electors to petition for ballot placement if a school board denies a contract application, requiring at least 15% of district electors' signatures and majority voter approval for issuance.

Effective date: April 2, 2025.