Michigan Bills | MyRepTracker

passed · Michigan · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 5729: Health: substance use disorder; persons required to hold a substance use disorder services program license; modify and require uniform rules as is reasonable. Amends secs. 6230, 6233, 6234 & 6238 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.6230 et seq.).

This bill requires most programs offering substance use disorder prevention, treatment, or rehabilitation services in Michigan to obtain a license from the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, with exceptions for hospitals, psychiatric facilities, crisis stabilization units, and certain long-standing nonprofit organizations. It directs the department to create a licensing unit and establish uniform rules covering program organization, staffing, facilities, financial audits, and quality control measures. The legislation also sets a one-year license term, mandates department inspections every three years, and allows waivers for programs accredited by recognized health facility accrediting bodies.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Michigan · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 5731: Health facilities: licensing; exemptions from the substance use disorder license requirement; include crisis stabilization units. Amends secs. 100a & 260 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1100a & 330.1260) & repeals sec. 973 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1973). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5729'26

This bill modifies Michigan's Mental Health Code to update definitions and clarify requirements for health facilities, particularly regarding substance use disorder licensing and crisis stabilization units. It amends existing sections to include crisis stabilization units within the scope of facilities that may be exempt from certain substance use disorder license requirements, while also repealing an outdated section. The legislation primarily affects community mental health services programs, licensed hospitals, and adult foster care facilities by refining how they must be classified and regulated under state law. These changes aim to align the code with current service delivery models without altering the core licensing framework for mental health providers.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Michigan · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 5737: Health: licensing; references to licenses for certain substance use disorder services programs in the social welfare act; modify to include those exempt from licensure. Amends sec. 109 of 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.109). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5729'26

This bill modifies Michigan's Social Welfare Act to clarify that certain substance use disorder programs exempt from licensure are eligible to provide medically necessary acute detoxification and inpatient care for opioid use disorder. The change updates section 109 of the Social Welfare Act to explicitly include these exempt programs alongside licensed facilities in the list of approved providers for substance use disorder treatment services. The amendment does not alter existing requirements for licensed facilities but ensures that unlicensed programs meeting specific criteria can access Medicaid funding for these services. The bill is tied with HB 5729 and was introduced in March 2026 by Representative Mike Harris.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Michigan · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 5738: Health: licensing; references to licenses for certain substance use disorder services programs in the adult foster care facility licensing act; modify to include those exempt from licensure. Amends secs. 3 & 26a of 1979 PA 218 (MCL 400.703 & 400.726a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5729'26

This bill amends Michigan's adult foster care facility licensing act to clarify how substance use disorder treatment programs are classified under the law. It specifically updates definitions in the statute to include facilities that are exempt from licensure as substance use disorder services programs, ensuring they are properly recognized within the adult foster care framework. The changes affect licensing requirements and regulatory oversight for homes and facilities that provide both foster care and substance use disorder treatment services. By modifying existing sections of the act, the bill aligns the licensing rules with current practices for co-occurring care programs without changing the core licensing standards themselves.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Michigan · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 5767: Vehicles: driver training; instruction in work zone safety; require. Amends 2006 PA 384 (MCL 256.621 - 256.705) by adding sec. 40. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5768'26

This bill requires all participants in Michigan driver education courses to complete a work zone safety education course starting January 1, 2027, before receiving a level 2 graduated driver license. The mandatory course, developed with the Department of Transportation, must cover at least 30 minutes of instruction on identifying construction zones, safety precautions for workers and drivers, traffic violation penalties, and safe driving strategies around construction equipment. The course can be delivered online or in-person, must be included at no additional cost to students, and the Department of State will create a standardized curriculum that can be updated through collaboration with transportation agencies and law enforcement.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Transportation

passed · Michigan · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 5768: Traffic control: driver license; instruction in work zone safety; require. Amends secs. 309 & 310e of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.309 & 257.310e) & adds sec. 309a. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5767'26

This bill requires the Michigan Secretary of State to conduct criminal background checks using fingerprint-based systems before authorizing any individual to administer driver's license knowledge tests or driving skills tests. The legislation also mandates that applicants for commercial vehicle endorsements must complete these background checks, and it adds new requirements for examining officers to report their findings in writing. Additionally, the bill clarifies that driving skills tests must include behind-the-wheel road tests and ensures that commercial learner's permits are held for at least 14 days before testing. These changes apply to all individuals administering driving tests in Michigan and aim to enhance the integrity of the licensing process.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Transportation

passed · Michigan · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 5358: Education: teachers and administrators; teacher licensing examination requirements; provide for. Amends sec. 1531 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1531).

HB 5358 modifies Michigan's teacher licensing requirements. It requires teachers seeking professional certification to complete a 3-credit course on diagnosing and supporting students with reading disabilities, including specific tools and strategies. The bill also creates streamlined pathways for out-of-state teachers to obtain Michigan certification if they've taught successfully for at least 3 years in their previous state, waiving some exam and reading course requirements. These changes directly affect teachers, school districts, and teacher preparation programs by altering certification standards and reciprocity processes.

Topics ✓ Education

Dave Prestin (R) · 33 co-sponsors

passed · Michigan · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 278: Housing: other; housing and community development fund; modify. Amends secs. 58, 58b & 58c of 1966 PA 346 (MCL 125.1458 et seq.).

Senate Bill 278 amends the State Housing Development Authority Act of 1966 to modify the Michigan Housing and Community Development Fund. It expands the fund's focus to include middle-income households and projects located in downtown areas or adjacent neighborhoods, in addition to existing support for low-income households. The bill revises how the fund's money is allocated, adding considerations for accessible housing and the availability of other funding sources for specific groups, while removing some previous earmarks for rental and homeownership projects. It also enhances public engagement requirements for the fund's biennial allocation plan, mandating virtual participation options and targeted outreach.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing

passed · Michigan · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 480: Children: child care; definition of minor in the child care organizations act; modify. Amends sec. 1 of 1973 PA 116 (MCL 722.111).

SB 480 amends Michigan's Child Care Organizations Act to clarify definitions related to staff roles and facility types. The key change lowers the minimum age for certain child care staff members from 18 to 16 years old, specifically for individuals providing unsupervised care or having unsupervised access to children in licensed settings. It also updates definitions for "child care center" (excluding brief religious programs or sports activities) and "child caring institution" (clarifying it excludes hospitals and adult facilities). These changes directly affect licensed child care centers, family child care homes, and their staff members by defining eligibility and responsibilities more precisely. The bill makes no new funding or program requirements - it only refines existing regulatory language.

passed · Michigan · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 144: Health occupations: physical therapists; prescription requirement for physical therapy treatment; eliminate, and make other modifications to the practice of physical therapy. Amends secs. 17801, 17820, 17822, 17824 & 17825 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.17801 et seq.) & adds sec. 17825a.

Senate Bill 144 revises the regulations for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants, primarily impacting how patients can access physical therapy services. The bill eliminates the general requirement for a patient to have a prescription from another healthcare professional to receive physical therapy treatment. It allows physical therapists to treat patients directly, either for a limited period (21 days or 10 treatments) or for injury prevention and fitness, while also clarifying when a physical therapist must refer a patient to another healthcare professional. Additionally, the bill updates the legal definition of the "practice of physical therapy" to clarify what activities are included and excluded from a physical therapist's scope.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Michigan · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 517: Education: school districts; requirements for borrowing money and issuing bonds; modify. Amends sec. 1351a of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1351a).

SB 517 amends Michigan's school code to clarify how school districts can use bond funds. It allows districts to borrow for physical infrastructure (like buildings, playgrounds, and initial technology hardware/software purchases) but explicitly prohibits using bond proceeds for ongoing technology costs - such as software upgrades, maintenance, training, or repairs. The bill directly affects school districts by restricting their borrowing options for technology-related expenses. It also requires independent audits of bond spending and permits residents to sue if districts violate these rules.

Topics ✗ Education ✗ Technology

passed · Michigan · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 591: Recreation: other; act regarding medical emergencies in health clubs; revise cross-reference to the Good Samaritan Act. Amends sec. 3 of 2006 PA 23 (MCL 333.26313). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0590'25

SB 591 clarifies that health club owners, operators, and employees are not legally required to provide emergency medical assistance using an on-site AED during a medical emergency. It specifically removes any duty to render such service, while confirming that existing Good Samaritan protections (under 1963 PA 17) still apply to those who choose to help. The bill directly affects health club staff by limiting their legal obligation during medical incidents. This is a procedural revision to update the cross-reference in Michigan's health club regulations (MCL 333.26313), with no new requirements or penalties added.