HB5983

Education: other; public innovative programs; provide for. Amends secs. 1278a, 1278b & 1284a of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1278a et seq.) & adds sec. 1278e. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5984'26

Chamber Passed·6/17/26

Michigan HB5983 amends education standards to enhance curriculum flexibility and support innovative programs.

Michigan HB5983 amends sections of the Michigan School Code to enhance curriculum flexibility and support innovative educational programs. It allows for modifications to the Michigan Merit Curriculum for certain students, including those with disabilities or special education needs. The bill also introduces provisions for public innovative programs, which can offer alternative pedagogical methods and instructional delivery. These programs must align with state standards and may receive waivers for certain requirements.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 107–0 · Jun 17
Current
Education Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

D
1
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

107 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 3

10:30 AM

House Education and Workforce

May 20

10:30 AM

House Education and Workforce

History

Jun 23

Senate

Passed By House With Immediate Effect

Jun 23

Senate

Referred To Committee On Education

Jun 17

House

Read A Third Time