"Gov. Whitmer's Historic Education Budget: Record-Breaking Funding for Michigan Schools"
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a $24.3 billion education budget for Michigan that increases per-pupil spending, provides free school meals, and expands access to the state-funded preschool program. The budget includes a 5% increase in the foundation allowance, making it the highest per-pupil funding in state history. It also allocates $160 million for free breakfast and lunch for PreK-12 students, expands eligibility for the preschool program, and includes funding for students' mental health, school safety, and teacher training. The budget passed with support from both Democrats and some Republicans.