Appropriations: supplemental; supplemental appropriations in the school aid act for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Amends secs. 11 & 17b of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1611 & 388.1617b).

Michigan Senate Bill 859, introduced by Senator Darrin Camilleri on March 18, 2026, proposes supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year 2025-2026 within the School Aid Act. The bill seeks to amend sections 11 and 17b of the 1979 Public Act 94, which pertains to the state school aid act. The proposed amendments involve allocating additional funds from various sources, including the state school aid fund, general fund, and other designated funds, to support public schools and related educational purposes in Michigan. The bill has been referred to the Committee on Appropriations for further consideration. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MI/bill/SB0859/2025?utm_source=openai))

MI SB0859 is a senate bill in the Michigan 103rd Legislature, sponsored by Darrin Camilleri (D), currently “Introduced” since March 18, 2026.

We track 4,230 Michigan bills this session, 63 of them sponsored by Darrin Camilleri.

While specific media coverage on Michigan Senate Bill 859 is currently unavailable, the proposed supplemental appropriations are likely to be viewed positively by educators and school administrators. Additional funding can enhance educational resources, support programs, and improve overall student outcomes, which are generally welcomed by the educational community.

Without specific media coverage, it's challenging to identify negative reactions to Michigan Senate Bill 859. However, some stakeholders might express concerns about the sustainability of increased funding or the allocation of resources among various educational programs. Additionally, debates may arise regarding the sources of the supplemental appropriations and their long-term impact on the state's budget.