Overview

• The House approved the general omnibus 101–8 and sent it to the Senate under a short-term funding extension that runs through Oct. 8.
• Conference reports detailed a $51.8 billion general government plan that shifts $12.5 billion from the General Fund, pares DHHS largely due to federal cuts, and eliminates about 2,000 unfilled positions while launching a per‑mile fee pilot and funding Selfridge upgrades.
• A Senate school aid conference report outlines a $21.29 billion package with a 4.6% per‑pupil increase to $10,050, $321 million for mental health and safety, and $201.6 million to continue universal student meals.
• Road funding in the deal relies on a proposed 24% wholesale marijuana tax expected to generate about $420 million, which must clear the Senate before final budget votes.
• School leaders warned the delay is straining district finances, with risks to meal service and payroll as lawmakers work to complete the budget.