2026 House Bill 5794

Education: attendance; requirements for recess; modify.

A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled “The state school aid act of 1979,” (MCL 388.1601 to 388.1896) by adding section 101a.

AI Analysis – Experimental

Requires Michigan public schools to provide daily, unstructured recess for students in grades K-5, with specific guidelines on duration, inclusivity, and exceptions for special education needs.

Introduced in the House

April 15, 2026

Introduced by Rep. Matt Koleszar (D-22) and 9 co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Kelly Breen (D-21), Erin Byrnes (D-15), Carrie Rheingans (D-47), Mai Xiong (D-13), Penelope Tsernoglou (D-75), Mike McFall (D-14), Regina Weiss (D-5), Jaime Greene (R-65) and Stephen Wooden (D-81)

Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce