HB4868

School aid: supplemental; funding for English language learners; provide for. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1153a.

Introduced·9/11/25
Introduced Text

Provides funding for English language learners in Michigan school districts based on assessment scores.

This bill amends the state school aid act to allocate funds to Michigan school districts for English language learners. Funding is distributed based on the learners' scores on the WIDA ACCESS or WIDA Alternate ACCESS assessments. Districts must administer these assessments to be eligible for funding. The bill specifies different percentages of the target foundation allowance for learners with varying assessment scores.

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History

Sep 16, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 09/11/2025

Sep 11, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. John Fitzgerald

Sep 11, 2025

House

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