Mental health: other; petition for access to assisted outpatient treatment; expand to additional health providers. Amends sec. 473 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1473).

This bill expands the Michigan Mental Health Code to allow psychiatric nurse practitioners and physician assistants to petition for involuntary outpatient treatment orders. Previously, only physicians, psychologists, and other specific professionals could file these petitions to extend treatment for individuals who might refuse care voluntarily. The legislation defines these new eligible providers and requires that their clinical assessments be reviewed by a psychiatrist before a petition is submitted. This change aims to broaden the pool of qualified health professionals who can initiate extended treatment plans under the state's mental health code.