Michigan Bills

in committee · Michigan · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 5503: Public utilities: other; fees for payment transactions; prohibit. Amends sec. 10p of 1939 PA 3 (MCL 460.10p).

HB 5503 prohibits Michigan electric utilities from charging residential customers fees for paying bills using credit cards, debit cards, cash, checks, electronic transfers, or money orders. The bill directly affects residential utility customers by banning these specific transaction fees. Key provisions require utilities to eliminate these fees for all payment methods listed in the bill, ensuring no additional cost for standard payment options. This policy change applies to all electric utilities operating in Michigan under the amended section 10p of the Public Utilities Act.

in committee · Michigan · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 5513: Insurance: health insurers; procedures and timelines for the credentialing of healthcare providers; provide for. Amends 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.100 - 500.8302) by adding sec. 3406vv. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5512'26

HB 5513 requires Michigan's insurance department to create a standardized application process for health insurers to verify healthcare providers' qualifications (credentialing). This directly affects health insurers operating in Michigan and the healthcare providers seeking to be listed on insurance provider networks. The bill establishes a uniform application form under Section 3406uu of the Insurance Code and clarifies that insurers aren't required to violate nationally recognized credentialing standards. The bill is tied to the enactment of related legislation (HB 5512) to take effect.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Matt Bierlein (R) · 31 co-sponsors

in committee · Michigan · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 5512: Insurance: health insurers; procedures and timelines for the credentialing of health care providers; provide for. Amends 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.100 - 500.8302) by adding sec. 3406uu. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5513'26

HB 5512 sets clear timelines for health insurers to process applications from healthcare providers seeking to join their provider networks. Insurers must acknowledge receipt within 7 days, notify providers of incomplete applications within 30 days (giving them 30 days to fix issues), and complete the credentialing process within 60 days total. If approved, insurers must reimburse providers for covered services starting from when the completed application was received. This directly affects doctors, clinics, and other healthcare providers applying to be in insurer networks, ensuring faster access to network participation.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Julie Rogers (D) · 32 co-sponsors

in committee · Michigan · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 5507: Water supply: quality and standards; effective date of the clean drinking water access act; revise. Amends secs. 5 & 7 of 2023 PA 154 (MCL 380.1905 & 380.1907).

HB 5507 amends Michigan’s Clean Drinking Water Access Act to require all public schools to implement stricter lead testing and filtration for drinking water. Schools must create a management plan within 24 months, install filtered bottle-filling stations (1 per 100 occupants) or filtered faucets in specific areas, and conduct annual lead testing to ensure levels stay below 5 parts per billion. If lead exceeds 5 ppb, schools must immediately shut off the source, notify parents, and develop a remediation plan. Full compliance, including shutting off non-filtered water outlets, is required by the 2028-2029 school year, contingent on state funding appropriations.

Topics ✓ Education

in committee · Michigan · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 5516: Courts: other; application of foreign and religious laws; prohibit. Creates new act.

HB 5516, the "Foreign Law Limitation Act," prohibits Michigan courts, arbitrators, and administrative bodies from applying or enforcing foreign or religious laws in contracts or legal agreements if doing so would violate a resident's constitutional rights under U.S. or Michigan law. It requires these entities to block, modify, or void offending provisions when they conflict with constitutional rights, and to consider whether parties knowingly agreed to foreign law without duress. The law specifically excludes enforcement of federal or U.S. state laws and does not affect agreements made before the law's effective date. It directly affects courts handling disputes involving foreign legal provisions and protects Michigan residents from potential rights violations under external legal systems.

in committee · Michigan · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 5509: Labor: fair employment practices; agreements that prohibit employees from disclosing certain information about violations of the Elliott-Larsen civil rights act; prohibit employers from entering into unless certain conditions are met. Amends 1976 PA 453 (MCL 37.2101 - 37.2804) by adding sec. 202b.

HB 5509 prohibits employers in Michigan from requiring employees to sign agreements that block disclosure of violations (or suspected violations) of the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act. It specifically bans such agreements unless employers provide written notice of the prohibition, give employees at least 5 business days to consult an attorney, and ensure the agreement explicitly releases the employee’s civil rights claim. The bill amends the Elliott-Larsen Act (MCL 37.2101-37.2804) by adding Section 202b, making non-compliant agreements void. This directly affects Michigan employees covered by the Elliott-Larsen Act, ensuring they can report workplace discrimination without being silenced by restrictive contracts.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Michigan · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 5508: Civil rights: sex discrimination and harassment; confidentiality provisions in settlement agreements; prohibit. Amends 1976 PA 453 (MCL 37.2101 - 37.2804) by adding sec. 706.

HB 5508 prohibits settlement agreements in sex discrimination, harassment, or assault claims against employers from blocking disclosure of factual details about the claim. It applies to complaints filed with the Michigan Department of Civil Rights or civil lawsuits under Michigan's Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act. The bill allows settlements to keep the claimant's identity confidential and hide settlement amounts, but not the facts of the alleged discrimination. Violating this rule makes the confidentiality clause void under Michigan law.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Michigan · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 5500: Administrative procedure: other; requirement to provide basis for decisions; provide for. Amends 1969 PA 306 (MCL 24.201 - 24.328) by adding sec. 110.

HB 5500 requires Michigan state agencies to cite the specific law they are using when making written decisions about licenses. This directly affects license applicants and businesses seeking state permits, as agencies must now clearly state the legal basis for rejections or approvals. The bill amends the Administrative Procedures Act to add this requirement, ensuring agency decisions include direct references to applicable statutes. It is a procedural change focused on transparency, not altering substantive licensing rules.

passed · Michigan · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 243: A resolution to declare February 11, 2026, as White Shirt Day in the state of Michigan.

adopted

Cynthia Neeley (D) · 42 co-sponsors

passed · Michigan · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 244: A resolution to urge the United States Congress to enact legislation requiring documentary proof of United States citizenship to register to vote in federal elections, such as House Bill 22 of the 119th Congress, also known as the “SAVE Act.”

HR 244 is a House resolution urging Congress to pass the SAVE Act (H.R. 22), which would require states to verify U.S. citizenship for federal election voter registration. The resolution references the SAVE Act’s key provision: requiring documentary proof of citizenship - such as a passport, birth certificate, or REAL ID-compliant ID - during registration, including through driver’s license offices or mail-in forms. It also mandates states to use DHS data to remove non-citizens from voter rolls and establish processes for resolving citizenship disputes. As a resolution, HR 244 itself does not change law but formally advocates for the SAVE Act’s adoption.

passed · Michigan · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 242: A resolution to declare February 6, 2026, as Reagan Day in the state of Michigan.

This House Resolution (HR 242) designates February 6, 2026, as "Reagan Day" in Michigan to commemorate the birthday and legacy of former President Ronald Reagan. It is a symbolic observance with no binding legal effect, intended to honor Reagan's leadership, emphasis on liberty, and alignment with Michigan's values of innovation and hard work. The resolution encourages schools and communities to reflect on Reagan's contributions to American history and inspire civic engagement. It does not impose new requirements or affect any individuals, policies, or funding.

in committee · Michigan · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 240: A resolution to urge a temporary pause on discretionary state-level incentives for data center construction, request a comprehensive review of the fiscal, utility, environmental, and local governance impacts of data center development in Michigan, and direct House committees to review these issues.

HR 240 is a resolution urging Michigan to pause state tax breaks and subsidies for new data center construction for one year. It directs state agencies to review the fiscal costs, electricity grid impacts, water use, environmental effects, and local governance concerns related to data center development, requiring reports within 12 months. The resolution also tasks specific House committees with examining local zoning, community input, and worker hiring practices for these projects. This applies directly to data center developers seeking state incentives and state agencies managing economic development programs.

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