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SB 952

Education: special education; Michigan special education accountability act; establish. Amends secs. 1310d, 1311, 1526, 1527, 1531 & 1711 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1310d et seq.) & adds secs. 1531k, 1537, 1712 & 1810.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Bellino

SB 952 strengthens state oversight of special education by boosting accountability, reporting, and funding controls for districts and ISDs.

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Bill Summary · SB 952

Summary of SB 952 (Michigan) – 2025-2026 Session

Purpose and intent

  • The bill proposes the Michigan Special Education Accountability Act to reform and strengthen accountability, oversight, and performance in the state’s special education system.
  • Introduced by Senator Joe Bellino and referred to the Senate Committee on Education on May 12, 2026.

Key provisions and changes

Note: SB 952 amends multiple sections of 1976 Public Act 451 (Michigan’s Revised School Code) and adds several new sections. The following outlines reflect the areas indicated by the bill’s scope (sections cited in the bill’s title).

  • Amended sections (existing framework under PA 451):

    • Section 1310d – likely related to state-level special education requirements, compliance standards, or accountability reporting.
    • Section 1311 – potential procedures for districts or ISDs (intermediate school districts) in delivering special education services.
    • Section 1526 and Section 1527 – provisions governing program funding, student eligibility, or procedural safeguards within special education.
    • Section 1531 – may address performance metrics, monitoring, or corrective actions for districts.
    • Section 1711 – could involve reporting, data collection, or state oversight related to special education.

  • New sections added:

    • Section 1531k – introduces a new element within the accountability framework, potentially detailing additional performance standards, reporting requirements, or remedies for noncompliance.
    • Section 1537 – creates or updates provisions on program evaluation, accountability timelines, or stakeholder engagement.
    • Section 1712 – adds mechanisms for state-level oversight, data transparency, or fiscal accountability tied to special education.
    • Section 1810 – introduces or adjusts mechanisms related to funding, burdens of proof, or compliance timelines specific to special education initiatives.

Who would be affected

  • Local school districts and ISDs: likely subject to enhanced accountability measures, reporting obligations, and potential corrective action if standards are not met.
  • Students receiving special education services: potentially impacted through changes in monitoring, supports, and fidelity of services; may see improved accountability and consistency in service delivery.
  • Parents and guardians: may gain clearer information about district performance, outcomes, and access to data on special education services.
  • State Department of Education: would gain expanded authority to monitor, evaluate, and enforce compliance with special education requirements.

Procedural and timeline considerations

  • The bill outlines new or revised accountability timelines, reporting schedules, and potential corrective action processes, though specific dates and grace periods are not detailed in the summary provided.
  • If enacted, districts would need to align with any newly established performance metrics and reporting requirements, with possible phased implementation depending on the final language.

Potential impact and implications

  • Accountability improvements: clearer standards and regular reporting could lead to more consistent program quality across districts.
  • Transparency: greater access to data on special education performance for stakeholders.
  • Resource implications: districts may need to allocate time and staff to meet additional reporting and compliance requirements; state monitors may expand duties.

If you’d like, I can tailor this summary to focus on specific provisions if you provide the bill’s text or more detailed summaries from the committee's analysis.

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

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