This bill directs the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to create a comprehensive lead poisoning prevention program aimed at protecting children and reducing exposure to lead-based paint. Key provisions require the department to develop educational materials for healthcare providers, schools, and parents, while also establishing a system to track blood lead test results and automatically notify local health officials when a child under three is found to have elevated levels. Upon receiving such a notification, the department must initiate contact with the child's doctor or local health department and ensure the child is referred to the Early On program for support. Additionally, the bill mandates annual reports to the legislature detailing the number of children screened and diagnosed with high lead levels, as well as a financial accounting of the program's expenditures.
This bill establishes the Michigan e-bike transportation incentive program to provide financial assistance for purchasing electric bicycles. It creates a process where the state issues discount vouchers to residents who are at least 18 years old and meet specific eligibility criteria, such as participating in certain assistance programs or having a household income below 300% of the federal poverty level. Qualified residents receive a voucher worth up to $300, while income-qualified residents receive up to $600, both capped at 90% of the bike's price and limited to one per person. The program requires retailers to register with the state and mandates that vouchers be redeemed within one year, with the initiative set to end on December 31, 2028.
This bill updates Michigan laws to regulate the conduct of court reporters, recorders, stenomask operators, and the owners of their firms. It prohibits these professionals from entering financial relationships that could compromise their impartiality and requires them to disclose all fees to every party involved in a deposition before a blanket contract is signed. The legislation also bans giving incentives to attorneys or clients, limits the price charged for transcript copies to two-thirds of the original cost, and forbids extra charges for electronic transmission or remote depositions unless the non-scheduling party consents in writing.
HB 5800 amends the Deferred Presentment Service Transactions Act to update internal references regarding money transmission services within Michigan's financial regulations. The bill specifically revises the definition of "deferred presentment service transaction" to clarify that it does not include delays in loan repayment checks issued by lenders already licensed under other state laws, such as those regulating consumer finance or motor vehicle sales. This change ensures that payday lenders and other financial institutions providing check-cashing services operate under a consistent regulatory framework that distinguishes their activities from those of licensed loan providers. The legislation is set to take effect on January 1, 2025, provided a related companion bill is also enacted.
This bill modifies Michigan's Home Rule City Act to change the timeline for electing charter commissions in cities that vote to revise their local charters. Specifically, it extends the deadline for electing these commissions from 60 days to 200 days after a city approves a charter revision. The legislation also clarifies that if a proposed charter is rejected by voters, the commission can choose to continue working on amendments before resubmitting the plan, but it limits the total number of times a charter can be voted on to three. Additionally, the bill allows cities to include advisory votes on government structure changes alongside the main charter revision question.
This bill requires health plans and nonprofit dental corporations in Michigan to offer payment methods that give dentists 100% of their covered fees without charging them any access fees. The rule applies to policies issued, delivered, or renewed in the state after the law takes effect, though it does not cover fees charged by the dentist's own bank. Dentists who choose not to use these new payment options can keep their current arrangements until they decide to switch back or sign a new contract.
This bill replaces Michigan's existing money transmission laws with a new framework designed to modernize regulations for businesses that move money on behalf of others. The act requires these companies to obtain a state license and establishes clear rules for protecting customer funds, preventing financial crime, and coordinating with other regulators to reduce unnecessary burdens. Key provisions include standardized definitions for ownership control, specific requirements for maintaining customer security, and updated criteria for financial stability ratings. By repealing the previous 2006 legislation, the bill aims to create a more competitive environment while maintaining strict oversight over money transmission activities.
This bill amends Michigan's Public School Employees Retirement Act to allow retiring teachers and disabled employees to designate a special needs trust as the beneficiary of their retirement payments. Under the new rules, individuals can choose to receive a reduced monthly pension that continues for the lifetime of a designated beneficiary, such as a spouse or child, rather than stopping entirely upon the retiree's death. The legislation also permits these designated beneficiaries to be special needs trusts, which are financial vehicles designed to provide ongoing support for individuals with disabilities without jeopardizing their eligibility for government assistance. Once a retiree selects this payment option and names a beneficiary, the choice generally cannot be changed after retirement begins, and the payments to the trust would commence immediately following the retiree's death.
This bill directs the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to create a new funding system that pays certified community behavioral health clinics in advance for their expected costs. The law applies to clinics, nonprofit groups, and private organizations that provide mental health services and meet specific federal and state certification standards. To ensure fair treatment, the bill requires the department to establish rules that prevent retaliation against these providers and creates a process for resolving payment disputes through an independent adjudicator. Implementation of this payment system must be completed by October 1, 2027, but the bill will only take effect if a companion bill is also passed into law.
This bill amends Michigan's food law to clarify how enforcement authority is shared between the state Department of Health and local health departments. It establishes specific rules for delegating oversight to local agencies, primarily for retail food service establishments, while reserving direct state control for complex wholesale processing activities like canning or acidified foods. The legislation also outlines procedures for investigating foodborne illness outbreaks and sets conditions under which a local health department can lose its certification if it fails to meet state standards.
This bill allows individuals in Michigan to sign and witness important legal documents, such as wills and powers of attorney, using real-time video calls instead of meeting in person. To qualify, the video interaction must be recorded and kept for at least three years, and both the signer and witnesses must clearly see and hear each other while the document is being executed. The law also requires that every page of the document be numbered and legible during the call, with a copy sent to witnesses within 72 hours for them to sign and return. Additionally, the bill removes an expiration date that previously limited these electronic signing rules, ensuring they remain in effect indefinitely.
This bill amends Michigan's Sex Offender Registration Act to clarify how certain legal statuses are defined for registration purposes. It expands the definition of "convicted" to include specific juvenile adjudications and orders of disposition for individuals aged 14 or older who would be classified as tier III offenders, while excluding convictions that have been expunged or set aside. Additionally, the legislation updates the definition of "custodial authority" to explicitly cover a broader range of relationships and positions, including specific roles within schools, correctional facilities, and county probation programs where an individual might have access to or authority over a victim. These changes aim to ensure that sex offenders with these specific backgrounds are properly identified and registered under the state's tracking system.
