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HB 5983·MI·house

Education: other; public innovative programs; provide for. Amends secs. 1278a, 1278b & 1284a of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1278a et seq.) & adds sec. 1278e. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5984'26

Passed One ChamberFiled May 19, 2026
Sponsor: Jimmie Wilson (D)
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REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION

Jun 23, 2026

Summary

The bill amends the state school code to require students to complete specific credit hours in mathematics, social science, health/physical education, visual or performing arts, a foreign language, and a personal‑finance course before they can earn a diploma. It also requires at least one online course or integrated online learning experience and allows certain career‑technical programs to count toward math and language credits. The changes apply to all public school districts and public school academies.

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