2026 Senate Bill 886

Education: discipline; school disciplinary proceedings; modify.

A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled “The revised school code,” by amending sections 1310, 1310a, 1311, and 1311a (MCL 380.1310, 380.1310a, 380.1311, and 380.1311a), section 1310 as amended by 2016 PA 365, section 1310a as amended by 2024 PA 264, section 1311 as amended by 2018 PA 145, and section 1311a as amended by 2016 PA 366, and by adding section 1310f.

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Senate Bills 886-888 reforms Michigan's school discipline laws by establishing a robust appeal process for suspensions and expulsions, expanding data reporting requirements, ensuring continued educational services during appeals, and enhancing transparency and equity in school disciplinary practices.

Introduced in the Senate

March 25, 2026

Introduced by Sen. Jeff Irwin (D-15) and three co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Sens. Sue Shink (D-14), Stephanie Chang (D-3) and Veronica Klinefelt (D-11)

Referred to the Committee on Education