LANSING — The deadline to pass the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget came and went at midnight on October 1. Today is Day 1 of “Michigan State Budget Limbo” as the state operates on an 8-day continuing budget that was passed early in the morning and signed by Governor Whitmer.
Updates:
Governor Whitmer, State Superintendent Rice Urge Michigan School Districts to Continue Free School Meals for All: Governor Whitmer and State Superintendent Dr. Michael Rice sent a letter to Michigan superintendents, calling on them to continue feeding kids free school meals.
House and Senate Adjourn for the Day: Both the House and the Senate have adjourned for the day, with both chambers adding session dates for tomorrow.
Contours of Budget Deal Emerge: Free school meals would be included in a budget deal being discussed in Lansing. The deal would have a per pupil allowance of $10,050 as well as funding for school safety for both public and private schools.
House and Senate Expected to Hold Session Thursday: With a session day added for tomorrow in lieu of cancelling to observe Yom Kippur, Lansing insiders exp
