Appropriations: supplemental; funding for the strategic outreach and attraction reserve fund; modify. Creates appropriation act & repeals secs. 109, 351, 352 & 353, art. 9 of 2024 PA 121.
Impact
The bill also includes provisions to repeal several sections of previous appropriations acts, specifically sections 109, 351, 352, and 353 of Article 9 of the 2024 Public Act 121. By repealing these sections, SB0489 seeks to streamline the appropriations process and eliminate outdated or redundant provisions, potentially facilitating more effective allocation of resources for the upcoming fiscal year.
Summary
Senate Bill 0489 aims to adjust appropriations for the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. The bill primarily focuses on making supplemental funding available to support various programs and initiatives under this department. This legislation reflects ongoing efforts to ensure that the state's workforce development and economic programs are adequately funded to respond to the needs of the Michigan economy and its labor force.
Contention
While the focus on appropriations might suggest a general consensus, discussions around SB0489 could surface notable points of contention, usually revolving around how the funds should be allocated and which programs should receive priority. Stakeholders might have differing views on the effectiveness of past appropriations and what adjustments are necessary to address current challenges in the job market and economic development. The implications of these funding decisions can resonate deeply within local communities and businesses, further complicating support for the bill.
Worker's compensation: benefits; eligibility to receive benefits and amount of benefits paid to an injured worker; modify. Amends secs. 301, 311, 313, 351, 354, 355, 356, 358, 361, 371, 401 & 891 of 1969 PA 317 (MCL 418.301 et seq.) & repeals secs. 302, 357 & 431 of 1969 PA 317 (MCL 418.302 et seq.).
Appropriations: supplemental; appropriations for multiple departments and branches for fiscal year 2024-2025; provide for. Creates appropriation act & repeals sec. 993, art. 5 of 2024 PA 121.
Economic development: other; strategic outreach attraction and reserve fund and related programs; repeal. Amends sec. 2 of 2000 PA 489 (MCL 12.252) & repeals sec. 4 of 2000 PA 489 (MCL 12.254) & secs. 88s & 88t of 1984 PA 270 (MCL 125.2088s & 125.2088t).