Michigan Compiled Laws, Chapter 400. Social Services § 400.14g

Sec. 14g. In order to achieve more efficient and effective use of funds for public assistance, to reduce dependency, or to improve the living conditions and increase the incomes of individuals receiving public assistance, the family independence agency may establish and conduct pilot projects in 1 or more county or district offices. The family independence agency may apply different policies in the pilot programs than it applies in the rest of the county or district offices, and may conduct the pilot projects as long as is necessary to provide a reasonable test of the policy being evaluated. Pilot projects shall be consistent with principles and goals set forth in this act.