Last night, Michigan lawmakers approved a one-week continuation budget to keep state government open while final negotiations on the FY26 budget continue. This stopgap measure buys time, but the real decisions that affect afterschool and summer learning are still on the table.

For OST programs, the priority is clear: protecting Section 32n funding. Without a strong commitment in the final budget, community programs could face shortfalls at a time when demand for afterschool and summer learning is higher than ever.

👉 The next few days are critical. Lawmakers are working through budget details right now, and they need to hear directly from you. Programs, parents, and partners must speak up to ensure 32n remains a priority.

What you can do:

Call or email your legislators today—let them know why 32n matters for your community.
Share stories of how OST programs support kids, working parents, and local schools.
Encourage partners to do the same—the louder our collective voice, the stronger our impact.

This is one of the most challenging budget cycles in recent memory. The time for advocacy is now.