MI SB0314

Allows design-builders that employ licensed architects or professional engineers to prepare plans, specifications, and supervise construction or remodeling of school buildings, in addition to traditional architects and professional engineers.

Requires design-builders to employ an architect or professional engineer who directly supervises construction, material review, and completed phases of school building projects.

Defines "design-build construction services" as a project delivery method where a school district contracts with a single entity for both design and construction services, with selection based on price and qualifications for best value.

Changes references in the statute from "shall" to "must" throughout for modernized language and updates the definition of "department" from "labor and economic growth" to "licensing and regulatory affairs."

Maintains existing fire safety, structural, and exit requirements for school buildings while adding definitions for new terms including "design-builder," "design-criteria developer," and "design-criteria package."