2026 Senate Bill 1176

State agencies (proposed): boards and commissions; Michigan defense and readiness commission and fund; create, and make appropriation to the fund.

A bill to create the Michigan defense and readiness commission and provide for its powers and duties; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental entities; to create certain funds; and to make appropriations.

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Creates the Michigan Defense and Readiness Commission to support and expand military resources in the state, establishes a dedicated fund with an initial $250,000 appropriation, and outlines governance, reporting, and collaboration mechanisms to enhance Michigan’s defense sector and related economic development.

Introduced in the Senate

Sept. 10, 2026

Introduced by Sen. Michael Webber (R-9)

Referred to the Committee on Appropriations