MI HB5431

Increases State School Aid Fund appropriation for fiscal year 2025-2026 by $21 million (from $18.366 billion to $18.387 billion) and General Fund appropriation by approximately $1.78 million (from $73.15 million to $74.93 million)

Allocates $12.5 million for educator talent initiatives through intermediate districts partnering with eligible nonprofits to support teacher recruitment, retention, certification, and school leader development programs

Creates $1 million allocation for a student tip line to anonymously report improperly stored firearms accessible to minors, with educational materials to be developed and distributed to districts

Increases funding for Flint water crisis-affected districts from $8 million to $14.78 million for school nurses, social workers, behavioral health supports, and student services

Establishes $2.5 million for MI Creative Potential arts education program implementation, $1.15 million for community college career and education navigators for adult learners, and $250,000 for the Local Heroes program encouraging public service careers