LANSING, Mich., Oct. 3, 2025 — The Michigan Legislature passed the final FY 2025-26 General and School Aid budgets. After refusing to back down in budget negotiations to defend critical Medicaid, food assistance and education funding, House Democrats voted for a bipartisan budget that reflects Michigan’s priorities. The state budget provides relief to Michiganders harmed by Republican cuts in the federal so-called One Big Beautiful Bill Act, protects access to affordable health care and SNAP benefits and funds universal school meals, transportation and mental health resources that kids depend on.
After the vote, state Rep. Phil Skaggs (D-East Grand Rapids) issued the following statement:
“This budget reflects our commitment to building people up. By protecting access to health care and ensuring every child has a healthy meal at school, we’re making investments that give Michigan families stability and peace of mind. No student can learn on an empty stomach, and no family should have to worry about losing the care they need. These priorities are about dignity, opportunity and building stronger communities across our state.”
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