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SB 888

Education: discipline; school disciplinary proceedings; modify. Amends sec. 1310d of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1310d). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0886'26, SB 0887'26

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Stephanie Chang and 3 co-sponsors

SB 888 modifies Michigan school disciplinary procedures through amendments to conduct hearing requirements and district discipline authority protocols.

INTRODUCED BY SENATOR JEFF IRWIN
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Bill Summary · SB 888

Legislative bill overview

SB 888 modifies Michigan's school disciplinary proceedings framework by amending Section 1310d of the 1976 Public Acts. The bill is tied to companion legislation (SB 886 and SB 887), suggesting it is part of a coordinated package addressing school discipline policy. The specific amendments to the disciplinary statute have not yet been publicly detailed given the bill's recent introduction.

Why is this important

School discipline policies directly affect student safety, educational outcomes, and equity in Michigan's K-12 system. Changes to disciplinary procedures can influence suspension/expulsion rates, student-teacher relationships, and disparities in discipline enforcement across demographic groups. Since this bill is tied to two other education measures, the full policy intent likely addresses multiple interconnected aspects of how schools handle student conduct.

Potential points of contention

  • Disproportionate discipline concerns: School discipline data nationally shows racial and disability-based disparities; the bill may either strengthen or weaken protections depending on its direction
  • Balance between safety and inclusion: Any shift in disciplinary authority or standards could tension school safety priorities against keeping students in classrooms
  • Due process protections: Changes to procedural requirements may affect students' rights to hearings, appeals, or parental involvement in discipline decisions

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

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