SB0350

Education: examinations; opt-out option for the workforce readiness assessment portion of the Michigan merit examination; provide for. Amends sec. 104b of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1704b).

Chamber Passed·8/13/25

Michigan SB0350 allows pupils to opt-out of the workforce readiness assessment in the Michigan Merit Examination.

Michigan SB0350 amends the Michigan Merit Examination to include an opt-out option for the workforce readiness assessment portion. This change allows pupils to choose not to take the workforce readiness test, which is part of the Michigan Merit Examination. The bill ensures that the examination aligns with state content standards and provides meaningful feedback to pupils, parents, and teachers. It also mandates that the examination be based on state standards and includes provisions for accommodations for pupils with disabilities.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 5–0 · Aug 13, 2025
Current
The House
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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5
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

5 Yea

RRDRD

0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 17, 2025

1:30 PM

Senate Education

Jun 10, 2025

2:00 PM

Senate Education

History

Nov 6, 2025

House

Reported With Recommendation For Referral To Committee On Education And Workforce

Nov 6, 2025

House

Recommendation Concurred In

Aug 13, 2025

Senate

Passed Roll Call # 207 Yeas 33 Nays 0 Excused 4 Not Voting 0