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MI HB4154

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Brian BeGole

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Origin

House of Representatives

103rd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of "eligible postsecondary institution" under Michigan's Postsecondary Enrollment Options Act to include trade schools alongside state universities, community colleges, and independent nonprofit colleges

  • Defines "trade school" as a program of organized instruction designed to prepare individuals for employment in recognized occupations, including high school students, those who have completed high school, and those already in the labor market seeking advancement

  • Expands the definition of "eligible course" to include courses that count toward certificate requirements, not just degree requirements

  • Allows high school students to use dual enrollment funding to take courses at trade schools that prepare them for skilled trades and vocational careers

Legislative Description

Education: career and technical; trade schools; include in the postsecondary enrollment options act. Amends sec. 3 of 1996 PA 160 (MCL 388.513).

Education: curriculum

Last Action

Referred To Committee On Education

4/15/2025

Committee Referrals

Education4/15/2025
Education And Workforce2/26/2025

Full Bill Text

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