A bill to make appropriations for the department of agriculture and rural development for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025; and to provide for the expenditure of the appropriations.
Introduced
by
Referred to the Committee on Appropriations
Reported with substitute S-4
Referred to the Committee of the Whole
1. Amend page 8, after line 1 by inserting:
“Fruit and vegetable prescription program
100”.
2. Amend page 8, line 8, by striking out “4,294,200” and inserting “4,294,300”.
3. Amend page 8, line 12, by striking out “500,000” and inserting “500,100” and adjusting the subtotals, totals, and section 201 accordingly.
4. Amend page 25, line 11, after “parties.” by inserting:
“In negotiating the agreement, the department must:
(a) Prioritize the hiring of existing MAEAP technicians for equivalent positions within extension by considering relevant work experience and years of services in the MAEAP program.
(b) Encourage collaboration between extension and the conservation districts for the use and maintenance of necessary resources including office space, records, or equipment.
(c) Consult with the MAEAP Advisory Council (MCL 324.8708) regarding the standards included in the agreement and provide for continued input from the council.
(3) Prior to confirmation of the contract, the department shall present the agreement to the Michigan commission of agriculture and rural development for input and recommendations.
(4) The contract between the department and extension must be signed and operational no later than March 1, 2025.
(5) By not later than June 1, 2025, the department shall report to the agriculture committees and subcommittees of the Senate and House of Representatives on the status of the transition of MAEAP technical staff to extension.”.
Substitute S-4 concurred in by voice vote
Passed in the Senate 28 to 10 (details)
Referred to the Committee on Appropriations
