Education: other; interstate compact on educational opportunity for military children; modify. Amends secs. 1 & 2 of 2008 PA 160 (MCL 3.1041 & 3.1042).
Key claim: A House-passed bill would amend Michigan’s 2008 law implementing the interstate compact that helps children of military families enroll in school and transfer records when they move between states.
Abstract
(HB4813 · 103rd Legislature) Education: other; interstate compact on educational opportunity for military children; modify. Amends secs. 1 & 2 of 2008 PA 160 (MCL 3.1041 & 3.1042). Sponsor: Rep. Joseph Pavlov ® + 6 co-sponsors In committee: S Education Latest vote: House Third Reading: Given Immediate Effect Roll Call #352 — 97-1 (passed, 2026-08-26) Latest action (2026-09-09): Referred To Committee On Education
Why this matters
The interstate compact smooths school enrollment, records transfer, and course placement for children of military families who move across state lines mid-year. Amending Michigan’s 2008 implementing statute signals the state is updating how districts must handle these transitions, though the specific policy changes will determine whether military-connected students see meaningful differences at enrollment.