SB0589

Education: athletics; children who are homeschooled or attending nonpublic school; require the board of a school district or intermediate school district to allow to participate in certain extracurricular activities. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1290.

Introduced·9/25/25
Introduced Text

Michigan SB0589 requires school boards to allow homeschooled or nonpublic school children to participate in extracurricular activities.

Michigan SB0589 amends the Michigan Compiled Laws to mandate that school boards cannot prohibit eligible children from participating in extracurricular activities such as interscholastic athletics, theater, band, orchestra, and debate. An eligible child is defined as one who resides within the district, meets eligibility standards, and is not barred by conference or association policies. The bill ensures homeschooled or nonpublic school children can join activities offered by the district.

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History

Sep 25, 2025

Senate

Introduced By Senator Joseph Bellino

Sep 25, 2025

Senate

Referred To Committee On Education