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This bill amends the Michigan Social Welfare Act to modify the composition and operation of county social services boards. The key changes include removing the prohibition on elected officials serving on these boards, allowing county boards of commissioners to appoint two members and the director of health and human services to appoint one member. The bill clarifies procedural details such as how vacancies are filled, meeting requirements, and member attendance. Specifically, board members must now be appointed for 3-year terms, must conduct business in public meetings compliant with the Open Meetings Act, and must hold at least 12 meetings per fiscal year with no more than 5 weeks between meetings. The bill also maintains existing provisions about board member reimbursement, expense payments, and public accessibility of board documents under the Freedom of Information Act. The changes aim to provide more flexibility in board membership and ensure transparent and consistent board operations at the county level.

Housing and Urban Affairs

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