Bill > HB4082

This bill modifies Michigan's state school aid law to create new provisions for work-based learning experiences in high schools. Specifically, the bill allows school districts to count students participating in work-based learning experiences as up to 0.75 full-time equivalent membership in addition to their regular high school course enrollment, not to exceed a total of 1.0 full-time equivalent membership. The bill also establishes a $2 million competitive grant program for districts to help cover extra costs associated with these work-based learning experiences. Work-based learning experiences are defined as educational experiences approved by a district's board through training agreements with employers or in-district placements that are related to school instruction. The bill emphasizes that these experiences must not displace existing permanent positions within the district and can be either paid or unpaid. To receive grant funding, districts must apply to the state department of education in a prescribed manner. The legislation aims to support students' practical learning opportunities by providing financial incentives and flexibility for districts to incorporate work-based learning into their educational programs.

Budget and Finance

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4082