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HB 4998

Appropriations: supplemental; funding for certain nonprofit organizations; provide for. Amends sec. 9 of 1984 PA 270 (MCL 125.2009) & adds ch. 8H. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4999'25

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Matt Bierlein and 24 co-sponsors

Michigan supplemental appropriations bill allocating state funds to unspecified nonprofit organizations, contingent on passage of companion bill HB 4999.

bill electronically reproduced 09/18/2025
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Bill Summary · HB 4998

Legislative bill overview

HB 4998 is a supplemental appropriations bill that directs funding to certain nonprofit organizations in Michigan. It amends existing appropriations law (1984 PA 270) and adds a new chapter to establish mechanisms for distributing these funds. The bill is tied to HB 4999, meaning both must pass together to take effect.

Why is this important

Supplemental appropriations bills directly allocate taxpayer money to specific organizations, affecting state budgets and which nonprofits receive public support. The tie-bar requirement with HB 4999 suggests these bills are part of a coordinated funding package, making their combined impact potentially significant for recipient organizations and state finances.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency on recipients: The bill text doesn't specify which nonprofit organizations receive funding or how much, making it difficult for the public to evaluate whether the allocations serve the public interest
  • Process and accountability: No clear criteria are outlined for how nonprofits were selected or what performance metrics they must meet to justify the expenditure
  • Tie-bar mechanism: Linking two bills together can obscure legislative intent and prevent targeted debate on individual funding priorities, potentially forcing lawmakers to accept entire packages rather than vote on specific allocations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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