Bill > HB5295

This bill amends the state administrative board's powers and limitations regarding fund transfers and inter-departmental activities. The bill modifies existing law to clarify that the state administrative board can inter-transfer money within a department's appropriation, but must first seek approval or notify the senate and house appropriations committees under specific conditions. The board retains its general supervisory control over state administrative departments and can intervene in matters related to its functions, advise or direct departments on performing activities, and order employee transfers between state departments when necessary. The bill removes a previous provision about transferring funds from specific strategic funds and streamlines language around the board's discretionary powers. Importantly, the bill stipulates that state officials and employees are required to follow the board's directions, with failure to do so considered malfeasance and potentially grounds for removal. The bill is tied to another piece of legislation (House Bill 5294) and will only take effect if that bill is also enacted into law.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-5295