Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

HB 5033 — Construction: other; School building construction projects that cost less than $5,000,000.00; exempt from certain construction requirements. Amends sec. 5a of 1937 PA 306 (MCL 388.855a).

Last action — referred to second reading

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced June 25, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

The bill exempts certain school construction projects under $5 million from specific requirements.

This legislation allows school building construction projects that cost less than $5 million to bypass certain construction requirements. This aims to streamline the process for smaller school construction projects.

What this means for you
  • Families: For families, this could mean quicker upgrades or building of school facilities that enhance educational environments.

Summary

Construction: other; School building construction projects that cost less than $5,000,000.00; exempt from certain construction requirements. Amends sec. 5a of 1937 PA 306 (MCL 388.855a).

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

57 added · 47 removed

Plain-language change summary

The recent amendments to Bill HB 5033 change the maximum allowable cost for the construction, reconstruction, or remodeling of school buildings from $5 million to $500,000. This adjustment means that projects costing up to $500,000 will now fall under certain regulations, aiming to streamline the approval process for smaller projects while ensuring safety and standards are still met. This could make it easier for school districts to manage renovations and repairs within tighter budgets.

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HOUSE BILL NO.
SUBSTITUTE FOR HOUSE BILL NO.
5033 September 24, 2025, Introduced by Reps.
5033 A bill to amend 1937 PA 306, entitled "An act to promote the safety, welfare, and educational interests of the people of this state by regulating the construction, reconstruction, and remodeling of, and the installation of certain security devices at, certain public or private school buildings or additions to those buildings and by regulating the construction, reconstruction, and remodeling of, and the installation of certain security devices at, buildings leased or acquired for school purposes;
Kelly, Johnsen, Kunse and Neyer and referred to Committee on Regulatory Reform.
A bill to amend 1937 PA 306, entitled "An act to promote the safety, welfare, and educational interests of the people of this state by regulating the construction, reconstruction, and remodeling of, and the installation of certain security devices at, certain public or private school buildings or additions to those buildings and by regulating the construction, reconstruction, and remodeling of, and the installation of certain security devices at, buildings leased or acquired for school purposes;
GSS H04534'25_HB5033_INTR_1 mxiq4h THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF MICHIGAN ENACT:
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF MICHIGAN ENACT:
(1) Except as provided in this section, this act does not apply to 1-story school buildings, to 1-story additions to school buildings, or to the construction , reconstruction, or remodeling of a school building if the total cost of construction, reconstruction, or remodeling is less than $15,000.00.$5,000,000.00.
(1) Except as provided in this section, this act does not apply to 1-story school buildings, to 1-story additions to GSS H04534'25 (H-1) gbodhc 1 school buildings, or to the construction , reconstruction, or remodeling of a school building if the total cost of construction, reconstruction, or remodeling is less than $15,000.00.$500,000.00.
(2) Section 1(1)(a) 1(1) applies to the construction of all school buildings and additions to school buildings regardless of the number of stories of the buildings or additions if the total cost of construction exceeds $15,000.00.$5,000,000.00.
(2) Section 1(1)(a) 1(1) applies to the construction of all school buildings and additions to school buildings regardless of the number of stories of the buildings or additions if the total cost of construction exceeds $15,000.00.$500,000.00.
(5) (6) An existing building or part of an existing building, regardless of the number of stories or the cost to the school district of the building, that has not been used as a school building shall must not be used as a school building unless it the use of the existing building or part of the existing building as a GSS H04534'25_HB5033_INTR_1 mxiq4h 1 school building is approved by the superintendent of public instruction and the bureau of fire services.
(5) (6) An existing building or part of an existing building, regardless of the number of stories or the cost to the school district of the building, that has not been used as a school building shall must not be used as a school building unless it the use of the existing building or part of the existing building as a school building is approved by the superintendent of public instruction and the bureau of fire services.
(6) (7) If the construction, reconstruction, or remodeling of a school building costs less than $15,000.00, $5,000,000.00, it is not necessary to employ a registered architect or engineer, but the plans for the building must be submitted to the bureau of fire services and to the superintendent of public instruction or the superintendent's authorized agent for criticism, suggestions, and approval.
(6) (7) If the construction, reconstruction, or remodeling of a school building costs less than $15,000.00, $500,000.00, it is GSS H04534'25 (H-1) gbodhc 1 not necessary to employ a registered architect or engineer, but the plans for the building must be submitted to the bureau of fire services and to the superintendent of public instruction or the superintendent's authorized agent for criticism, suggestions, and approval.
Final Page GSS H04534'25_HB5033_INTR_1 mxiq4h
(8) Beginning January 1, 2027, and each year thereafter, the department shall adjust the monetary thresholds under subsections (1), (2), and (6) by an amount determined by the state treasurer to reflect the cumulative annual percentage change in the Consumer Price Index.
As used in this subsection "Consumer Price Index" means the annual average Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U), all items in U.S.
city average, reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the United States Department of Labor or its successor or, if the index is discontinued, an equivalent index reported by a federal authority.
If no such index is reported, Consumer Price Index means the substitute index chosen by the state treasurer.
Final Page GSS H04534'25 (H-1) gbodhc
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  1. referred to second reading

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 5033 do?
Construction: other; School building construction projects that cost less than $5,000,000.00; exempt from certain construction requirements. Amends sec. 5a of 1937 PA 306 (MCL 388.855a).
Who sponsors HB 5033?
HB 5033 is sponsored by Tim Kelly (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 5033?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced June 25, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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