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Michigan's corrections budget is grappling with a staggering 829 officer vacancies and nearly $127 million in overtime costs, raising concerns about staff safety and prisoner care.

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Subcommittee examines Michigan corrections budget, flags staffing gaps and overtime costs
House appropriations subcommittee heard a House Fiscal Agency overview showing the Department of Corrections accounts for about 15% of Michigan's general fund budget, with 829 correction officer vacancies and roughly $127 million in overtime costs in FY25; members requested additional overtime and vacancy history for budget drafting.
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February 21, 2026 at 10:54 AM