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HB 5312

Education: school choice; enrollment of nonresident pupils; modify. Amends sec. 1401 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1401). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5310'25, HB 5311'25

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Brian BeGole and 8 co-sponsors

Michigan bill expands school choice by allowing students to enroll in nonresident school districts, potentially shifting funding and enrollment patterns across regions.

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Bill Summary · HB 5312

Legislative bill overview

HB 5312 modifies Michigan's school enrollment laws (Section 1401 of the Michigan School Code) to expand school choice by allowing nonresident pupils to enroll in school districts outside their home district. The bill is tied to companion legislation HB 5310 and HB 5311, suggesting a coordinated package of education policy changes.

Why is this important

School choice policies directly affect educational access and district funding. Allowing students to attend schools outside their assigned district can influence where families send children, how school districts allocate resources, and which schools gain or lose enrollment-based funding. This impacts both urban/rural districts and introduces competition between schools.

Potential points of contention

  • District funding impacts: Schools lose per-pupil funding when students leave; districts with declining enrollment or lower-performing schools may be disproportionately affected
  • Transportation and equity: Out-of-district enrollment may create barriers for low-income families without transportation; wealthy areas may see advantageous enrollment patterns
  • Companion bill coordination: The tie-bar requirement means this bill depends on HB 5310 and HB 5311 passing; the full policy impact cannot be assessed without reviewing those bills

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

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