SB0542

Military affairs: other; tuition assistance for Michigan National Guard members; modify. Amends secs. 3 & 4 of 2014 PA 259 (MCL 32.433 & 32.434). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0540'25, HB 4962'25

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Michigan SB0542 modifies tuition assistance for Michigan National Guard members, creating a dedicated fund and setting limits.

Michigan SB0542 amends the Michigan National Guard tuition assistance program by establishing a dedicated fund within the state treasury, administered by the state treasurer. The fund can receive contributions from any source and is capped at $15,000,000. The adjutant general determines the amount of tuition assistance available each academic year, which applies to all eligible persons. The program covers vocational or technical training, certificates, and degrees up to the master's level. Tuition assistance can be distributed to the eligible person or the educational institution.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

34 Yea

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3 Nay

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Calendar

Nov 12, 2025

9:00 AM

House Appropriations

Nov 5, 2025

9:00 AM

House Appropriations

History

Dec 10, 2025

Senate

Approved By Governor 12/9/2025 2:14 Pm

Dec 10, 2025

Senate

Filed With Secretary Of State 12/9/2025 3:00 Pm

Dec 10, 2025

Senate

Assigned Pa 0038'25 With Immediate Effect