All Reports by Date

(in chronological order beginning with most recent)

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2008

State Financial Aid Funding for Postsecondary Education (Fiscal Focus) [285K]. Prepared by Kyle I. Jen, September 2008. This report provides information on each of Michigan's state financial aid programs, as well as context regarding historical changes to state financial aid funding and comparisons with financial aid funding in other states.

Child Development and Care Program Performance Audit, Summary of the [88K], August 11, 2008. The following information was compiled by Kevin Koorstra and Bob Schneider after a review of the findings of the recent Auditor General's report on the Child Development and Care Program in the Department of Human Services.

Revenue Review, August 2008 [122K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

State University Tuition Rates - Revised [84K], prepared by Kyle I. Jen, August 7, 2008. This memo provides preliminary information regarding FY 2008-09 state university tuition rates, as well as historical context on changes in tuition rates and overall state university resources available for student instruction.

Revenue Source and Distribution [295K], prepared by Rebecca Ross, June 2008. This report provides information on the source and distribution of revenue for the State of Michigan, and compares projected FY 2007-08 revenue with estimated FY 2008-09 revenue. Estimates in this report are based upon those agreed to at the May 2008 Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference and revenue detail in the revised Executive Budget Recommendation.

Pseudorabies Outbreak and the Fiscal Impact [20K], Prepared by William E. Hamilton, June 25, 2008. A memo on the Michigan Department of Agriculture and animal health.

Impact on Michigan of Proposed Federal Medicaid Rules [50K], May 19, 2008. The following provides information currently available to the House Fiscal Agency about a potentially significant fiscal issue.

Consensus Revenue Agreement [95K], May 2008. These tables provide a summation of the agreements reached at the May 16, 2008 conference. The consensus estimates will be revised or updated at the January 2009 conference.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates for Michigan FY 2007-08 and FY 2008-09 [266K]. Prepared by Rebecca Ross and Jim Stansell; May 2008. This report presents final General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for fiscal year (FY) 2006-07, and revised revenue estimates for FY 2007-08 and FY 2008-09.

Revenue Review: May 2008 [124K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

State Transportation Borrowing and Debt Service [52K], May 5, 2008. Prepared by William E. Hamilton.

Michigan Department of Transportation's 2008-2012 Five-Year Transportation Program, The [81K], May 1, 2008. Prepared by William E. Hamilton.

Transportation Administration Collection Fund [70K], updated April 16, 2008. This memo provides information on the Transportation Administration Collection Fund (TACF) and its revenue shortfall.

State University Summary Data FY 2002-03 to FY 2006-07 [314K], April 1, 2008. Prepared by Kyle I. Jen and Ellen Jeffries. Headcount and fiscal year-equated student history, higher education tuition history, state and financial aid history, etc.

Revenue Source and Distribution [299K], prepared by Rebecca Ross, March 2008. This report provides information on the source and distribution of revenues for the State of Michigan and comparisons of projected FY 2007-08 revenue with estimated FY 2008-09 revenue. Estimates in this report are based upon those agreed to at the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference in January 2008.

Review and Analysis: FY 2008-09 Executive Budget Recommendation [578K], February 2008. This publication provides information on revenue sources proposed in the Executive Recommendation for FY 2008-09, including tobacco settlement funds. It also provides summary charts and tables of proposed budget funds and sources.

Aeronautics Capital Outlay Program [41K], prepared by William E. Hamilton, February 2008.

Line Item Summaries FY 2007-08 [31K], February 2008 (html).

Public Transit Systems in Southeast Michigan: DDOT, SMART, the RTCC, and DARTA [43K], William E. Hamilton, February 19, 2008. This memo discusses the public agencies which provide and coordinate public transportation services in Southeast Michigan. The memo discusses the coordination of services between the two major transit agencies in Southeast Michigan, DDOT and SMART, as well as the broader issues related to regional public transportation. The memo also reviews recent legislative history.

Revenue Sharing Payments to Local Units of Government [515K]. Prepared by Jim Stansell, February 13, 2008. FY 2008-09 Executive recommendation.

Revenue Review: February 2008 [111K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Preliminary Review of the FY 2008-09 Executive Budget Recommendation [320K], February 11, 2008. This preliminary review provides a quick look at the Executive Budget Recommendation for FY 2008-09.

Reports Required by Boilerplate FY 2007-08 [230K], January 2008.

Consensus Revenue Agreement - Executive Summary [47K], January 2008. The attached document provides an Executive Summary of the January 11, 2008 Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference.

Consensus Revenue Agreement [93K], January 2008. These tables provide a summation of the agreements reached at the January 2008 conference. The consensus estimates will be revised or updated at the May 2008 conference.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates for Michigan FY 2007-08 and FY 2008-09 [310K]. Prepared by Rebecca Ross and Jim Stansell; January 2008. This report presents final General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for fiscal year (FY) 2006-07, revised revenue estimates for FY 2007-08, and initial revenue estimates for FY 2008-09.

2007

Appropriations: Summary and Analysis, FY 2007-08 [609K], December 2007. This report summarizes the enacted FY 2007-08 appropriations.

Higher Education Appropriations Report, Fiscal Year 2007-08 [167K]. Prepared by Kyle I. Jen and Ellen Jeffries, December 2007.

Revenue Review: November 2007 [69K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Implications of Having No Budget in Place by October 1, 2007, or Passing an Interim Budget [62K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean, September 10, 2007.

Revenue Source and Distribution [255K], prepared by Rebecca Ross, August 2007. This report provides information on the source and distribution of revenues for the State of Michigan and comparisons of projected FY 2006-07 revenue with estimated FY 2007-08 revenue. Estimates in this report are based upon those agreed to at the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference on May 18, 2007.

Revenue Review: August 2007 [69K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Consensus Revenue Agreement [90K], May 2007. These tables provide a summation of the agreements reached at the May 18, 2007 conference. The consensus estimates will be revised or updated at the January 2008 conference.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates for Michigan FY 2006-07 and FY 2007-08 [241K]. Prepared by Rebecca Ross and Jim Stansell; May 2007. The report presents preliminary final General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for fiscal year (FY) 2005-06, revised revenue estimates for FY 2006-07, and initial revenue estimates for FY 2007-08.

Revenue Review: May 2007 [85K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

State University Summary Data FY 2001-02 to FY 2005-06 [213K], May 4, 2007. Prepared by Kyle I. Jen and Ellen Jeffries. Headcount and fiscal year-equated student history, higher education tuition history, state and financial aid history, etc.

Transportation Administration Collection Fund [70K]. Prepared by William E. Hamilton, updated May 2, 2007. This memo provides information on the Transportation Administration Collection Fund (TACF) and its revenue shortfall.

Revenue Source and Distribution [331K], prepared by Rebecca Ross, March 2007. This report provides information on the source and distribution of revenues for the State of Michigan and comparisons of projected FY 2006-07 revenue with estimated FY 2007-08 revenue. Estimates in this report are based upon those agreed to at the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference on January 18, 2007.

Michigan's Capital Outlay Process [527K]. Prepared by Al Valenzio, March 2007.

Summary of Executive Order 2007-3 [76K].

JCOS Formal Policies 2007-08 (As adopted March 8, 2007) POLICY NO. 1, JOINT CAPITAL OUTLAY, SUBCOMMITTEE MEMBERS, CHAIRPERSON, QUORUM, AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA ITEMS. JOINT CAPITAL OUTLAY SUBCOMMITTEE PROJECT DATA SHEET USE AND FINANCE STATEMENT.

Act 51 Primer [772K]. Prepared by William E. Hamilton, updated February 2007. Public Act 51 of 1951, known simply as "Act 51," governs state appropriations for most Michigan transportation programs, including state and local highway programs and state and local public transportation programs. This report was prepared as a primer on Act 51 and how Act 51 controls state transportation funding.

Review and Analysis: The Governor's FY 2007-08 Budget Proposal [507K], February 2007. This publication provides information on revenue sources proposed in the Executive Recommendation for FY 2007-08, including tobacco settlement funds. It also provides summary charts and tables of proposed budget funds and sources.

Revenue Review: February 2007 [113K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Preliminary Review of the FY 2007-08 Executive Budget Recommendation [237K], February 12, 2007. This preliminary review provides a quick look at the Executive Budget Recommendation for FY 2007-08.

Executive Order 2007-1 and Proposed 2006-07 Supplemental [133K], February 12, 2007. This report provides detail about the Governor's proposal to address the FY 2006-07 budget shortfall.

The Michigan Department of Transportation's 2007-2011 Five-Year Program [531K], February 6, 2007. Prepared by William E. Hamilton.

Managing Medicaid Costs in Michigan [163K], January 2007. Prepared by Bill Fairgrieve and Steve Stauff. Fiscal Forum on Medicaid.

Consensus Revenue Agreement [88K], January 2007. These tables provide a summation of the agreements reached at the January 2007 conference. The consensus estimates will be revised or updated at the May 2007 conference.

State of Michigan Revenue Estimates, State and Local Spending Pressures, and the FY 2006-07 Budget [237K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean. Presented to the members of the Michigan House of Representatives January 22, 2007. Handout version [446K].

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates for Michigan FY 2006-07 and FY 2007-08 [264K]. Prepared by Rebecca Ross and Jim Stansell; January 2007. The report presents preliminary final General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for fiscal year (FY) 2005-06, revised revenue estimates for FY 2006-07, and initial revenue estimates for FY 2007-08.

2006

The Michigan School Aid Act Compiled and Appendices [1,289K]. November 2006. In the 1994-95 state fiscal year, the House and Senate Fiscal Agencies jointly published a document relating to the School Aid Act. This document continues the tradition by combining the Michigan School Aid Act Compiled with a set of appendices that describe the Foundation Allowance approach that is now central to Michigan's funding of public schools.

Fiscal Focus: State University Appropriations [326K]. Prepared by Kyle I. Jen, November 2006. This report includes an overview of current state university appropriations, a discussion of funding earmarks, a review of historical funding methods, and an analysis of appropriation and enrollment trends over the last two decades.

Revenue Review: November 2006 [71K]. Prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Higher Education Appropriations Report, Fiscal Year 2006-07 [253K]. Prepared by Ellen Jeffries and Kyle I. Jen, October 2006.

Analysis of Proposal 1 of 2006 on the Ballot for November 7, 2006 [122K], October 2006.

Analysis of Proposal 3 of 2006 on the Ballot for November 7, 2006 [124K], October 2006.

Analysis of Proposal 4 of 2006 on the Ballot for November 7, 2006 [127K], October 2006.

Analysis of Proposals on the Ballot November 7, 2006 [146K], October 2006. This report includes analyses of the potential fiscal impact of five proposals that will be included on the November ballot.

Appropriations: Summary and Analysis, FY 2006-07 [766K], September 2006. This report summarizes the enacted FY 2006-07 appropriations.

Reports Required by Boilerplate FY 2006-07 [210K], September 2006.

Line Item Summaries FY 2006-07 [29K], September 2006 (html).

Revenue Review: August 2006 [71K]. Prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Summary for Appropriation Bills - Conference Documents [684K], July 2006. Summaries for appropriation bills as passed Conference committees.

Revenue Source and Distribution [579K], prepared by Rebecca Ross, June 2006. This report provides information on the source and distribution of revenues for the State of Michigan and comparisons of projected FY 2005-06 revenue with estimated FY 2006-07 revenue. Estimates in this report are based upon those agreed to at the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference on May 17, 2006.

Summary for HB 5796, (H-2) [414K], June 2006. Summary for omnibus budget appropriations bill as passed the House.

Summary for HB 5795 [296K], May 2006. Summary for omnibus budget appropriations bill.

Substitute for HB 5795 (H-1) [1,323K], May 2006. Omnibus budget appropriations bill; provide for fiscal years 2006 and 2007.

HB 5789, School Aid FY 2006-07 As Passed the House [html].

Revenue Sharing Payments to Local Units of Government [597K]. Prepared by Jim Stansell, May 19, 2006. FY 2005-06 enacted and FY 2006-07 Executive recommendation.

Consensus Revenue Agreement [81K], May 2006. The attached tables provide a summation of the agreements reached at the May 2006 conference. The consensus estimates will be revised or updated at the January 2007 conference.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates for Michigan FY 2005-06 and FY 2006-07 [252K]. Prepared by Rebecca Ross and Jim Stansell; May 2006. This report presents final General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for fiscal year (FY) 2004-05, and revised revenue estimates for FY 2005-06 and FY 2006-07.

Degree Completions at State Universities [395K], prepared by Kyle I. Jen, May 2006. Fiscal Forum on the number of degrees students earned at Michigan's 15 state universities.

Revenue Review: May 2006 [78K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

State University Funding Model, FY 2006-07 [244K]. Prepared by Kyle I. Jen, May 2, 2006. This memo provides a technical explanation of the funding model used to determine FY 2006-07 state university operations funding amounts under House Bill 5871 (H-1) Draft A—the House subcommittee substitute for the FY 2006-07 Higher Education budget.

Comprehensive Transportation Fund Revenue Issues [43K], prepared by William E. Hamilton, updated April 27, 2006. This memo provides an overview of the Comprehensive Transportation Fund (CTF).

State Support for Local Public Transit [35K], prepared by William E. Hamilton, updated April 27, 2006. This memo provides information on state appropriations for public transportation programs.

State University Graduation Rates [233K]. Prepared by Kyle I. Jen, April 11, 2006. This memo provides data on current and historical graduation rates at state universities in Michigan, identifies factors influencing graduation rates, provides comparisons with graduation rates at similar institutions, discusses limitations associated with graduation rates, and provides an alternate degree completion measure.

Directory of State Administered Grants FY 2005-06 [404K]. March 2006. This publication describes and categorizes grants-in-aid available through state departments.

Revenue Source and Distribution [275K], prepared by Rebecca Ross, March 2006. This report provides information on the source and distribution of revenues for the State of Michigan and comparisons of projected FY 2005-06 revenue with estimated FY 2006-07 revenue. Estimates in this report are based upon those agreed to at the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference on January 12, 2006.

Food and Dairy - Food Safety and Quality Assurance [44K], prepared by William E. Hamilton, March 14, 2006. This memo is a revised version of a memo presented to the subcommittee on February 28, 2006.

Review and Analysis: The Governor's FY 2006-07 Budget Proposal [485K], March 2006. This publication provides information on revenue sources proposed in the Executive Recommendation for FY 2006-07, including tobacco settlement funds. It also provides summary charts and tables of proposed budget funds and sources.

State University Profile Sheets FY 2006-07 [236K], February 15, 2006. Prepared by Kyle I. Jen and Ellen Jeffries. Headcount and fiscal year-equated student history, higher education tuition history, state and financial aid history, etc.

Revenue Review: February 2006 [113K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Preliminary Review of the FY 2006-07 Executive Budget Recommendation [204K], February 2006. This preliminary review provides a look at the Executive Budget Recommendation for FY 2006-07.

Revenue Sharing Payments to Local Units of Government [609K]. Prepared by Jim Stansell, February 10, 2006. FY 2005-06 estimated and FY 2006-07 Executive recommendation.

Reports Required by Boilerplate FY 2005-06 [204K], January 2006.

Consensus Revenue Agreement [82K], January 12, 2006. These tables provide a summation of the agreements reached at the January 2006 conference. The consensus estimates will be revised or updated at the May 2006 conference.

Book Closing EO 2005-7 Restoration [171K]. Prepared by Kyle I. Jen, January 10, 2006. A memo to the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates for Michigan FY 2005-06 and FY 2006-07 [171K]. Prepared by Rebecca Ross and Jim Stansell; January 2006. This report presents final General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for fiscal year (FY) 2004-05, revised revenue estimates for FY 2005-06, and initial revenue estimates for FY 2006-07.

2005

Line Item Summaries FY 2005-06 [29K], December 2005 (html).

Higher Education Appropriations Report, Fiscal Year 2005-06 [220K]. Prepared by Ellen Jeffries and Kyle I. Jen, December 2005.

Revenue Review: November 2005 [118K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Appropriations: Summary and Analysis, FY 2005-06 [575K], October 2005. This report summarizes the enacted FY 2005-06 appropriations.

Revenue Sharing Payments to Local Units of Government: FY 2004-05 Actual and FY 2005-06 Estimated [145K]. October 11, 2005.

State University Funding Model [542K]. Prepared by Kyle I. Jen, Updated September 27, 2005 to reflect the Conference-passed version of the budget. This memo provides a technical explanation of the funding model for determining state university operations funding amounts. Printing tip: To ensure faster printing of this document, click on the "Advanced" button in the Adobe Acrobat print window and then click on the "Print as image" box.

HB 4831 Conference Report [620KB], September 2005.

Consensus Revenue Agreement [79K], August 2005. These tables provide a summation of the agreements reached at the August 17 conference. The consensus estimates will be revised or updated at the January 2006 conference.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates for Michigan, FY 2004-05 and FY 2005-06 [113K]. Prepared by Rebecca Ross and Jim Stansell, August 2005. The purpose of this report is to inform members of the final General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for fiscal year (FY) 2004-05 and FY 2005-06.

Revenue Review: August 2005 [118K]. Prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

AMTRAK Service in Michigan and State Operating Subsidy [27K]. Prepared by William E. Hamilton, July 13, 2005. Summary and background information on state operating subsidy for AMTRAK services in Michigan.

Revenue Source and Distribution [360K], prepared by Rebecca Ross, June 2005. This report provides information on the source and distribution of revenues for the State of Michigan and comparisons of projected FY 2004-05 revenue with estimated FY 2005-06 revenue. Estimates in this report are based upon those agreed to at the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference on May 19, 2005.

Budget Summaries - HB 4831 as passed the Full Appropriations Committee [395K]. June 8, 2005.

Partial Restoration of EO 2005-7 Reductions [25K]. Prepared by Kyle I. Jen, May 2005. A memo to the House Appropriations Subcommittees on Community Colleges and Higher Education.

Consensus Revenue Agreement [81K], May 2005. The attached tables provide a summation of the agreements reached at the May 19 conference. The consensus estimates will be revised or updated at the January 2006 conference.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates for Michigan, Fiscal Years 2004-05 and 2005-06 [182K]. Prepared by Rebecca Ross and Jim Stansell, May 2005. This report presents final General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for fiscal year (FY) 2003-04, and revised revenue estimates for FY 2004-05 and FY 2005-06. Estimates reported herein will be presented to the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference on May 19, 2005, and will be used to facilitate the consensus estimating process.

Revenue Review: May 2005 [117K]. Prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

I-75 Pavement Demonstration Project [20K]. Prepared by William E. Hamilton, April, 2005. This memo discusses a 1993 "European" pavement design demonstration project.

All Priorities, All Budgets FY 2005-06 Executive Recommendation Line Items With Funding Sources [284K]. April, 2005. "Price of Government" report with funding sources.

State University Profile Sheets FY 2005-06 [226K], April 21, 2005. Prepared by Kyle I. Jen and Ellen Jeffries. Headcount and fiscal year-equated student history, higher education tuition history, state and financial aid history, etc.

Revenue Source and Distribution [360K]. Prepared by Rebecca Ross, March, 2005. This report provides information on the source and distribution of revenues for the State of Michigan and comparisons of projected FY 2004-05 revenue with estimated FY 2005-06 revenue.

Privately Owned Cervid Licensing and Inspection Program [38K]. Prepared by William E. Hamilton, March, 2005. This memo provides an overview of PA 190 of 2000 (HB 4427), the Privately Owned Cervidae Producers Marketing Act (the Cervidae Act). This act established standards governing privately owned cervid livestock facilities.

Summary of FY 2004-05 Supplemental Items: Enrolled HB 4308 [109K]. Prepared by Al Valenzio, March, 2005.

Executive Order 2005-7 Summary [75K], March, 2005.

School Aid Summary FY 2005-06 [26K] Conference recommendation. September 20, 2005.

Review and Analysis: The Governor's FY 2005-06 Budget Proposal [548K], March, 2005. This publication provides information on revenue sources proposed in the Executive Recommendation for FY 2005-06, including tobacco settlement funds. It also provides summary charts and tables of proposed budget funds and sources.

Michigan House of Representatives Results Team Report [448K], March, 2005. "Price of Government" report.

FY 2005-06 Executive Recommendation Line Items: All Priorities/All Budgets [240K], March, 2005. "Price of Government" spreadsheet detailing priorities by line item.

Revenue Review: February 2005 [115K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Executive Order 2005-03 and Supplemental Recommendation [137K], February 10, 2005. This memo provides information on Executive Order 2005-03 which addresses the fiscal year (FY) 2004-05 General Fund/General Purpose (GF/GP) shortfall.

Preliminary Review of the FY 2005-06 Executive Budget Recommendation [282K], February, 2005. This preliminary review provides a look at the Executive Budget Recommendation for FY 2005-06.

Consensus Revenue Agreement [80K], January, 2005. The attached tables provide a summation of the agreements reached at the January 13 conference. The consensus estimates will be revised or updated at the May 2005 conference.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates for Michigan, Fiscal Years 2004-05 and 2005-06 [186K], prepared by Rebecca Ross and Jim Stansell, January, 2005. This report presents final General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for fiscal year (FY) 2003-04, revised revenue estimates for FY 2004-05, and initial revenue estimates for FY 2005-06.

Higher Education Appropriations Report, Fiscal Year 2004-05 [218K], December 2004.

Consensus Revenue Agreement [77K], December 2004. The attached tables provide a summation of the agreements reached at the December 3 conference. The consensus estimates will be revised or updated at the January 13, 2005 conference.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates for Michigan, Fiscal Years 2003-04 and 2004-05 [108K], prepared by Rebecca Ross and Jim Stansell, December 2004. The purpose of this report is to inform members of the revised General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for fiscal year (FY) 2003-04 and FY 2004-05.

Line Item Summaries FY 2004-05 [13K], November 2004 (html).

Revenue Review: November 2004 [82K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Appropriations: Summary and Analysis, FY 2004-05 [751K], October 2004. This report summarizes the enacted FY 2004-05 appropriations.

Net Tuition Costs After Financial Aid at State Universities (Fiscal Focus) [345K]. Prepared by Kyle I. Jen, November 2004. This report examines the relationship between tuition rates and financial aid - and the impact of policy changes on the costs ultimately paid by students.

Analysis of Ballot Proposal 04-1 [294K], October 2004, prepared by Mark Wolf and Rebecca Ross. This report provides an analysis of propsal 04-1, which will be included on the November ballot.

Analysis of Ballot Proposal 04-2 [74K], October 2004, prepared by Chris Couch. This report provides an analysis of Proposal 04-2, which will be included on the November ballot.

Revenue Review: August 2004 [82K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Management and Budget Act Compiled, Public Act 431 of 1984 as amended [441K]. The Management and Budget Act defines the powers and duties of the Michigan Department of Management and Budget and provides guidelines for the operation of the Michigan state government. May 2004.

Consensus Revenue Agreement [75K], May 2004. The attached tables provide a summation of the agreements reached at the May 18 conference. The consensus estimates will be revised or updated at the January 2005 conference.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates for Michigan, Fiscal Years 2003-04 and 2004-05 [148K], prepared by Rebecca Ross and Jim Stansell, May 2004. The purpose of this report is to inform members of the final General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue for fiscal year (FY) 2002-03, and the revised revenue estimates for FY 2003-04 and FY 2004-05.

Revenue Review: May 2004 [81K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Revenue Source and Distribution [321K], prepared by Rebecca Ross, March 2004. This report provides information on the source and distribution of revenues for the State of Michigan and comparisons of projected FY 2003-04 revenue with estimated FY 2004-05 revenue.

Local Critical Bridge Fund/Program [21K] March 16, 2004, prepared by William E. Hamilton. A memo to the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation.

Michigan Department of Transportation Staffing Levels [49K] March 16, 2004, prepared by William E. Hamilton. A memo to the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation.

Budget Background Briefings [html].

Review and Analysis: The Governor's FY 2004-05 Budget Proposal [558K], March 2004.

Preliminary Review of the FY 2004-05 Executive Budget Recommendation [272K], February 2004. This preliminary review of the Executive Budget Recommendation for FY 2004-05 includes charts showing distribution of GF/GP and adjusted gross funds recommended by the Executive, an overview of resources used in the Executive Recommendation, highlights of major features and changes proposed in the Executive Recommendation, and tables summarizing the FY 2004-05 Executive Recommendation by department and major budget area.

Section 20j [19K]. Prepared by Mary Ann Cleary and Laurie Cummings, February 17, 2004. This memo explains Section 20j of the School Aid Act, which makes calculations for "hold harmless" districts.

Revenue Review: February 2004 [112K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Medicaid's Impact on the State Budget (Fiscal Forum) [150K], January 2004. Prepared by Mitchell Bean and Bill Fairgrieve. This Fiscal Forum is a briefing on the escalating Medicaid costs.

Consensus Revenue Agreement [93K], January 2004. These tables provide a summation of the agreements reached at the January 14 conference. The consensus estimates will be revised or updated at the May 2004 conference.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates for Michigan, Fiscal Years 2003-04 and 2004-05 [147K], prepared by Rebecca Ross and Jim Stansell, January 2004. The purpose of this report is to inform members of the final General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for fiscal year (FY) 2002-03, the revised revenue estimates for FY 2003-04, and the initial revenue estimates for FY 2004-05.

Family Independence Agency FY 2003-04 Appropriations Report [216K], prepared by Erin Black and Richard Child, December 2003.

THE LONG VIEW: State University Enrollments, Revenues and Expenditures: FY 1977 through FY 2002 [794K] December 2003, prepared by Hank Prince. A report to the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education. The report is an analysis of state university enrollments, revenues, and expenditures for the period of Fiscal Year 1977 through Fiscal Year 2002.

Proration Analysis by District and Intermediate School District [66K], prepared by Mary Ann Cleary and Laurie Cummings. December 18, 2003.

School Aid Supplemental FY 2003-04: Senate Bill 556 Conference Report [25K]. Prepared by Mary Ann Cleary and Laurie Cummings, December 18, 2003.

Summary of HB 4367 (S-1) - FY 2003 and FY 2004 Supplemental Items [78K]. Prepared by Al Valenzio, December 15, 2003.

Executive Order 2003-23 [62K]. Prepared by Mitch Bean, December 9, 2003. This memo provides a brief explanation of EO 2003-23 and related budget changes necessary to implement reduction of the $483.6 million GF/GP deficit for FY 2003-04.

Directory of State Administered Grants FY 2003-04 [271K]. November 2003. This publication describes and categorizes grants-in-aid available through state departments.

Michigan's Single Business Tax, Background and History [365K]. Prepared by Kyle I. Jen, November 2003. This publication explains the rationale for the tax and its various provisions by reviewing the tax's history.

Reports Required by Boilerplate FY 2003-04 [186K], November 2003.

Revenue Review: November 2003 [179K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Personal Service Contracts [282K], October 24, 2003. Prepared by William E. Hamilton. This memo reviews the statutory authority governing personal service contracts, controls over the contract procurement process, and legislative contract reporting requirements. This memo updates a House Fiscal Agency “Fiscal Focus” dated April 1998 on personal service contracts.

Consensus Revenue Agreement, [93K]. These tables provide a summation of the agreements reached at the October 14, 2003 conference.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates, Fiscal Years 2002-03 and 2003-04 [212K], prepared by Rebecca Ross and Jim Stansell, October 2003. The purpose of this report is to inform members of the final General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue for fiscal year (FY) 2001-02, and the revised revenue estimates for FY 2002-03 and FY 2003-04. The estimates reported herein will be presented to the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference on October 14, 2003, and will be used to facilitate the consensus estimating process.

Executive Order 2003-18 [138K], prepared by Mitchell Bean and Steve Stauff. October 6, 2003. Executive Order (EO) 2003-18 replaces EO 2003-14, which was rescinded by EO 2003-17. This memo was prepared to provide House members with an overview of programs and functions affected by Executive Order 2003-18, and possible fiscal implications.

Line Item Summaries FY 2003-04 [13K], September 2003 (html).

Higher Education Appropriations Report, Fiscal Year 2003-04 [251K], prepared by Hank Prince and Ellen Jeffries, September 2003. This report was prepared pursuant to Section 212(3) of Public Act 144 of 2003, the enacted annual Higher Education appropriations act.

Appropriations: Summary and Analysis, FY 2003-04 [html], September 2003. This report summarizes the enacted FY 2003-04 appropriations.

Executive Order 2003-14 [134K], prepared by Mitchell Bean and Steve Stauff. September 25, 2003. This memo was prepared to provide House members with an overview of programs and functions affected by Executive Order 2003-14, and possible fiscal implications.

Revenue Sharing Payments to Local Units [299K], prepared by Jim Stansell. September, 2003.

Revenue Review: August 2003 [190K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Mackinac Bridge Bill Package: House Bills [138K], Mackinac Bridge Bill Package: Senate Bills [138K] prepared by William E. Hamilton, June 30, 2003. These two memos summarize bills regarding the Mackinac Bridge.

Homeland Security Funding [138K], prepared by Kyle Jen and Sue Frey, June 19, 2003. This memo provides an overview of Michigan's federal grant awards for homeland security, as well as grants made directly to local fire departments by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

HB 4247 and HB 4248: 0.08% BAC and Federal Funding to Michigan Highway Programs [122K], May, 2003.

Revenue Review: May 2003 [191K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Consensus Revenue Agreement [93K]. These tables provide a summation of the agreements reached at the May 2003 conference.

The Padden Amendment [117K], prepared by William E. Hamilton, May 2003. The focus of this analysis is the so-called "Padden amendment," which was included in 1982 Public Act (PA) 438 amendments to 1951 PA 51, and set certain limitations on how the state Department of Transportation and county road commissions could spend state-restricted transportation revenue and federal highway aid.

Reports Required by Boilerplate FY 2002-03 [180K], April 2003.

Directory of State Administered Grants FY 2002-03 [387K], April 2003.

Preserve First [123K], prepared by William E. Hamilton, April 24, 2003. This memo provides an overview of the Preserve First program. This program increases emphasis on the preservation of the state's transportation system.

Review and Analysis: The Governor's FY 2003-04 Budget Proposal [html], March 2003.

Revenue Source and Distribution [381K], prepared by Rebecca Ross, March 2003.

Preliminary Review of the FY 2003-04 Executive Budget Recommendation [271K], March 2003.

Michigan's Forensic DNA Database [141K], prepared by Kyle I. Jen, March 2003. This report provides background on the use of forensic DNA databases, summarizes the 2001 legislation expanding Michigan's database, and discusses implementing that legislation.

Analysis of Executive Order 2003-03 [341K], February 21, 2003. This analysis provides details about the items contained in Executive Order 2003-03.

Fiscal Update: January/February 2003 [120K].

Revenue Review: February 2003 [228K], prepared by Mitchell E. Bean and Rebecca Ross. A quarterly revenue report for the State of Michigan.

Consensus Revenue Agreement [153K], January 15, 2003.

Estimated ISD Impact of Proration on School Funding [62K], prepared by Mary Ann Cleary and Laurie Cummings, January 2003.

Michigan School Aid Act Compiled and Appendices [854K], January 2003.

Proration of School Funding [94K], prepared by Mary Ann Cleary and Laurie Cummings, January 2003.

Line Item Summaries FY 2002-03 [13K], December 2002 (html).

Revenue Sharing Payments to Local Governments [241K], prepared by Jim Stansell, December 2002. This report provides information on Michigan's revenue sharing payments made to local units.

Appropriation Items Subect to Veto [17K], November 2002, prepared by Margaret Alston. This reference document presents guiding principles and statements that may be helpful when examining and analyzing appropriation line items veoted by the Governor.

Appropriations: Summary and Analysis, FY 2002-03 [html], November 2002. This report summarizes the enacted FY 2002-03 appropriations.

Family Independence Agency FY 2002-03 Appropriations Report [381K], prepared by Myron Freeman and Erin Black, November 2002.

Foundation Allowances for Local School Districts: FY 2002, FY 2003, and FY 2004 [113K], October 2002, prepared by Mary Ann Cleary and Laurie Cummings.

Higher Education Appropriations Report, Fiscal Year 2002-03 [158K], September 2002.

Analysis of Proposals on the Ballot [481K], September 2002. Proposal 02-1 Michigan Election Law; Proposal 02-2 Bonds for Sewage Treatment, Storm Water, and Water Pollution Projects; Proposal 02-3 Collective Bargaining with Binding Arbitration for State Employees; Proposal 02-4 Tobacco Settlement Revenue.

Revenue Source and Distribution [697K], prepared by Rebecca Ross, August 2002.

Consensus Revenue Agreement [123K], May 2002.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates, Fiscal Years 2001-02 and 2002-03 [459K], prepared by Rebecca Ross and Jim Stansell, May 2002. The purpose of this report is to inform members of the final General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue for fiscal year (FY) 2000-01, and the revised revenue estimates for FY 2001-02 and FY 2002-03.

Directory of State Administered Grants FY 2001-02 [658K], March 2002.

Emergency Management Funding [385K], prepared by Kyle I. Jen, March 2002, Fiscal Focus.

Reports Required by Boilerplate, FY 2001-02 [236K], March 2002.

Guide to the Legislative Appropriations Process, A [965K], February 2002.

Preliminary Review of the FY 2002-03 Executive Budget Recommendation [608K], February 2002.

Family Independence Agency FY 2001-02 Appropriations Report [715K], prepared by Myron Freeman and Erink Black, January 2002.

Executive Order 2001-9 [254K], Mitch Bean, November 2001.

Revenue Review: November 2001 [339K].

Higher Education Appropriations Report, Fiscal Year 2001-02 [304K], October 2001.

Revenue Review: August 2001 [332K].

Revenue Sharing Payments to Local Governments [973K], June 2001.

Revenue Review: May 2001 [26K].

Revenue Review: April 2001 [204K].

Transportation: Road Construction Warranties [48K], by William E. Hamilton, March 2001. This Forum examines the subject of road construction warranties and reviews legislative initiatives regarding road construction warranties, the use of road construction warranties by the Michigan Department of Transportation, and policy issues related to use of warranties.

Directory of State Administered Grants FY 2000-01 [239K], February 2001.

Revenue Review: February 2001 [79K].

Revenue Sharing Payments to Local Governments [369K], February 2001.

Transportation: Asset Management [42K], by William E. Hamilton, February 2001. This Forum discusses the general concept of asset management as well as specific asset management systems currently used by Michigan road agencies.

Higher Education Appropriations Report, Fiscal Year 2000-01 [114K], January 2001.

Reports Required by Boilerplate, FY 2000-01 [142K], January 2001.

Fiscal Fundamentals: The Budget Process (video), December 2000.

State Officers Compensation Commission [78K], December 2000.

Family Independence Agency FY 2000-2001 Appropriations Report [299K], November 2000.

Medicaid Special Financing Payments and Intergovernmental Transfers (Fiscal Forum) [49K], November 2000.

Michigan's Veterans Programs [727K], Fiscal Focus prepared by Kyle I. Jen, November 2000.

Revenue Review: November 2000 [111K].

Appropriations: Summary and Analysis, FY 2000-01 [2,627K], prepared by the House Fiscal Agency Staff, August 2000. This report summarizes the enacted FY 2000-01 appropriations bills.

Revenue Review: August 2000 [117K].

Revenue Sharing Payments to Local Governments [2,050K], June 2000.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates, Fiscal Years 1999-2000 and 2000-01 [619K], prepared by Rebecca Ross and Jim Stansell, May 2000. The purpose of this report is to inform members about the revised House Fiscal Agency General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for fiscal year (FY) 1999-2000 and FY 2000-01.

County Jail Reimbursement Program: What Are The Issues? (Fiscal Focus) [655K], April 2000.

Rewriting Act 51 (1951 PA 51), Funding Transportation in Michigan: Present and Future [407K], February 2000.

Transportation Video: "Money in Motion: Michigan's State Transportation Budget", by William E. Hamilton, February 2000. This 17-minute video gives an overview of the major revenue sources and program areas in the state transportation budget. It also explains the relationship between Public Act 51 of 1951 and transportation spending, and also describes some of the issues related to rewriting Act 51. The video is available, at cost, by contacting Jeanne Dee at 517-373-8080.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates, Fiscal Years 1999-2000 and 2000-01 [110K], prepared by Mitchell Bean and Jim Stansell, January 2000. The purpose of this report is to inform members about the revised House Fiscal Agency General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for the current fiscal year and initial revenue estimates for Fiscal Year 2000-01.

Funding Public Transportation, Local Bus Operating Assistance and CTF Revenue (Fiscal Focus) [94K], January 2000.

Proposal A Video: "Breaking the Logjam: Reflections on School Finance Reform", by Hank Prince, November, 1999. A documentary about Michigan's historic school finance reform success. Interviews with key 1993-94 House members, who crafted the House version of Proposal A, form the core of the documentary. This video is available, at cost, by contacting Jeanne Dee at 517.373.8080.

Summary of Trends Affecting The Use of Prison, A [249K], November 1999.

Traffic Citation Revenue in Michigan [146K], November 1999.

Directory of State Administered Grants FY 1999-2000 [232K], October 1999.

Challenges to Michigan's Horse Racing Industry (Fiscal Focus) [134K], October 1999.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates, Fiscal Years 1998-99 and 1999-2000 [212K], prepared by Mitchell Bean and Jim Stansell, September 1999. The purpose of this report is to inform members about the revised House Fiscal Agency General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for the current fiscal year and for Fiscal Year 1999-2000.

Higher Education Appropriations Report, Fiscal Year 1999-2000 [104K], September 1999.

Appropriations: Summary and Analysis, FY 1999-2000 [html], prepared by the House Fiscal Agency Staff, August 1999.

Discretionary and Required Spending in the State Budget (Fiscal Forum) [39K], May 1999.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates, Fiscal Years 1998-99 and 1999-2000 [127K], prepared by Mitchell Bean and Stephen Marasco, May 1999. The purpose of this report is to inform members about the revised House Fiscal Agency General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for the current fiscal year and estimates for Fiscal Year 1999-00.

Federal Welfare-To-Work Grant: What Is It? How Can It Be Successfull? (Fiscal Forum) [54K], April 1999.

Income Tax, State of Michigan: [171K], April 1999.

Review and Analysis of Executive Order 1999-1 (Fiscal Forum) [54K], February 1999.

Durant: What Happened and Implications for the Future (Fiscal Forum) [30K], January 1999.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates, Fiscal Years 1998-99 and 1999-2000 [617K], prepared by Mitchell Bean and Stephen Marasco, January 1999. The purpose of this report is to inform members about the revised House Fiscal Agency General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for the current fiscal year and initial estimates for Fiscal Year 1999-00.

Fiscal Fundamentals 1999, Part 1 [285K], January 1999. Fiscal Fundamentals 1999, Part 2 [313K].

Synopsis of the Basics of School Funding, A [135K], January 1999.

Michigan Economic and Industrial Trends, Part 1 (Fiscal Focus) [415K], November 1998.

Michigan Economic and Industrial Trends, Part 2 (Fiscal Focus) [279K], November 1998.

Enrolled House Bill 5083: Budget Stabilization Fund Withdrawal [8K], September 1998.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates, Fiscal Years 1997-98 and 1998-1999 [368K], prepared by Mitch Bean and Steve Marasco, May 1998. The purpose of this report is to inform members about the revised House Fiscal Agency General Fund/General Purpose and School Aid Fund revenue estimates for the current fiscal year and for Fiscal Years 1997-98 and 1998-1999.

At-Risk Programs in Michigan's Community Colleges [37K], April 1998. Prepared by Kathryn Summers-Coty.

Personal Service Contracts: An Overview [254K], April 1998. Prepared by Craig Thiel. This publication has been updated by William Hamilton in 2003; his memorandum can be read here.

Community College Funding Formula: A Look at its Components [282K], March 1998. Prepared by Kathryn Summers-Coty.

Michigan and Internet Taxation [100K], February 1998. Prepared by Mitch Bean and Marjorie Bilyeu.

Toward Deregulation of Michigan's Electric Utility Industry: What Should We Expect? [93K], February 1998. Prepared by Mitch Bean and Marjorie Bilyeu.

Michigan's Short Statute of Limitations Applying to Tax Laws: A Constitutional Controversy [54K], October 1997.

Recent Legislative Changes to Michigan's Limited Liability Company Act [47K], October 1997.

Mail Order Sales: Is Michigan Getting Its Fair Share of Sales and Use Taxes? [44K], September 1997.

Economic Outlook and Revenue Estimates [86K], May 1997. Prepared jointly by the Michigan House Fiscal Agency, the Michigan Senate Fiscal Agency, and the Michigan Department of Treasury. This publication presents information and insights concerning dynamic revenue forecasting.

Dynamic Revenue Estimating: Will it work for Michigan? [196K], (prepared jointly by the Michigan House Fiscal Agency, the Michigan Senate Fiscal Agency, and the Michigan Department of Treasury, March 1997). This publication presents information and insights concerning dynamic revenue forecasting.

Medicaid Costs in Michigan [html], by Bill Fairgrieve, December 1996.

Proposal A and Pupil Equity [html], by Hank Prince, December 1996.

Healthy Michigan Fund [html], November 1996, prepared by Mary Ann Cleary.

A History of Indian Gaming in Michigan [html], prepared by Jerry Griffin, September 1996.

Federal Welfare Reform: Answers to the 21 Questions You Wanted to Ask [33K], prepared by Myron Freeman and Alec Rodney, February 1996.

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