House Fiscal Agency
Coverage of House Fiscal Agency in the Nexus archive.
- Michigan budget moves Rx Kids funding, but $18M remains in play
Michigan's FY2027 budget reallocated $20 million from the Rx Kids program to five line items under the Temporary Aid for Needy Families (TANF) budget. While the House sought to eliminate the funding entirely and the Senate aimed to preserve it, the final agreement leaves $18 million potentially available for Rx Kids through TANF. Program leaders claim the funds will continue to support Rx Kids, but House Speaker Matt Hall argues the reallocated money is not eligible for the program.
- Process and policy drove three House Democrats to dissent on Michigan’s budget
Three House Democrats, including Rep. Dylan Wegela and Rep. Regina Weiss, dissented on Michigan’s fiscal year 2027 budget due to concerns over rushed legislative procedures and lack of public input. The budget passed after a 21-hour session, with final documents released just 90 minutes before voting, preventing thorough review and constituent engagement.