Michigan Bills

passed · Michigan · Senate Dec 10, 2025

SB 358: Use tax: distribution; disposition of money received and collected; revise. Amends sec. 21 of 1937 PA 94 (MCL 205.111). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0357'25

This bill (SB 358) amends Michigan's use tax distribution statute (MCL 205.111) to revise how tax revenue is allocated. It specifically changes the disposition of money collected from use taxes, though the exact distribution changes are not detailed in the provided context. The bill has progressed through committee stages with a substitute version (S-2) approved, moving toward third reading. As a procedural tax distribution amendment, it directly affects how state tax revenue is handled but does not specify new tax rates or new affected groups. The summary is limited by the lack of specific policy details in the provided context.

passed · Michigan · Senate Dec 10, 2025

SB 357: Sales tax: distribution; disposition of money received and collected; revise. Amends sec. 25 of 1933 PA 167 (MCL 205.75). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0358'25

SB 357 revises how sales tax revenue is distributed and handled under Michigan law, specifically amending Section 25 of the 1933 tax code (MCL 205.75). The bill changes the mechanisms for allocating collected sales tax funds, though the specific revisions to the distribution rules are not detailed in the provided context. This bill directly affects state tax administration and the allocation of sales tax revenue to various funds or programs. As a procedural tax code amendment, it focuses on clarifying or adjusting existing distribution processes without specifying new funding targets or beneficiaries. (Note: The context does not provide the exact policy changes made by the amendment.)

in committee · Michigan · House Dec 10, 2025

HB 4586: Weapons: licensing; age requirement for a concealed pistol license; modify. Amends sec. 5b of 1927 PA 372 (MCL 28.425b).

HB 4586 modifies Michigan's concealed pistol licensing law by lowering the minimum age requirement from 21 to 18 years old. The bill specifically amends Section 5b(7)(a) of the state's firearm licensing act (MCL 28.425b), which previously required applicants to be 21 or older. This change directly affects individuals aged 18-20 seeking concealed pistol licenses, allowing them to apply without needing a parent or guardian. The bill does not alter other requirements like background checks, training, or fees.

in committee · Michigan · House Dec 10, 2025

HB 5201: Health: abortion; abortion reporting requirements; provide for. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 2835. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5202'25

HB 5201 requires healthcare professionals performing abortions in Michigan to submit detailed, anonymized reports to the state health department within 7 days. The reports must include specific data points like patient age, gestation period, reason for the abortion (e.g., health risks, rape, economic factors), facility details, and medical method, but exclude all personal identifiers. Strict confidentiality rules prohibit disclosing any information that could identify individuals or facilities, with reports destroyed after 5 years and only aggregated statistical data published annually. This policy applies directly to abortion providers and the state health department, focusing solely on data collection for public health monitoring, not individual records or enforcement.

Topics ✓ Technology

Brad Paquette (R) · 21 co-sponsors

in committee · Michigan · House Dec 10, 2025

HB 5203: Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for releasing confidential information related to an abortion; provide for. Amends sec. 13k, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.13k). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5201'25

HB 5203 amends Michigan's sentencing guidelines (MCL 777.13k) to establish specific penalties for disclosing private medical information related to abortions. It directly affects healthcare providers, clinics, or others who share confidential abortion-related details without authorization. The bill creates new sentencing parameters for such disclosures within the criminal code, requiring judges to consider these guidelines when determining penalties. The legislation is currently under review by the Health Policy Committee after its November 2025 introduction.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice ✓ Healthcare

Rachelle Smit (R) · 21 co-sponsors

in committee · Michigan · House Dec 10, 2025

HB 5202: Health: abortion; abortion reporting requirements; provide for. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 2837. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5201'25

HB 5202 requires healthcare professionals to submit written reports to Michigan's Department of Health for any patient experiencing a physical complication or death directly linked to an abortion. The reports must be anonymized (removing patient identifiers), aggregated into the state's annual abortion statistics, and destroyed after five years. The bill mandates the department to create a standardized reporting form for urgent care facilities and emergency departments, which must be distributed and posted online. This bill, tied to companion legislation HB 5201, focuses solely on data collection requirements without changing abortion access or medical standards.

Topics ✗ Healthcare

Jennifer Wortz (R) · 21 co-sponsors

passed · Michigan · Senate Dec 10, 2025

SB 475: Health occupations: health professionals; invasive bodily examinations; prohibit under certain circumstances. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 16280. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0476'25

SB 475 prohibits health professionals (such as doctors and nurses) from performing invasive bodily examinations on anesthetized or unconscious patients. Exceptions allow such exams only with the patient's written consent for necessary care, consent tied to a related surgical procedure, or in emergencies where consent isn't possible. The bill also requires consent forms to specify whether trainee students in health programs may perform these exams. This applies to all licensed health workers and their training programs in Michigan.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Michigan · Senate Dec 10, 2025

SB 476: Health occupations: health professionals; definition of invasive bodily examination; add. Amends secs. 16105 & 16106 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16105 & 333.16106). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0475'25

SB 476 updates Michigan's Public Health Code by adding a clear definition for "invasive bodily examination" to include pelvic, vaginal, rectal, and prostate exams. It also clarifies that a "health profession specialty field license" (like dental specialty certifications) is not considered a full license under the law. These changes directly affect licensed health professionals, particularly those in specialty fields, by defining scope boundaries and preventing confusion about credentialing. The bill makes concrete policy adjustments to the existing definitions without altering licensing requirements or creating new obligations.

passed · Michigan · Senate Dec 10, 2025

SB 612: Civil procedure: service of process; cost for service of process for personal protection orders; eliminate. Amends sec. 2950a of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2950a) & adds secs. 2950d & 2950p. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0611'25, HB 5120'25

SB 612 eliminates the requirement for victims to pay costs when courts deliver personal protection orders. It directly affects individuals seeking court-issued protection from domestic violence or abuse. The bill removes a financial barrier by changing court procedures so victims no longer cover the expenses for serving these protective orders. This is a procedural change to Michigan's civil court rules, shifting the cost responsibility from victims to the court system.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · Michigan · Senate Dec 10, 2025

SB 611: Civil procedure: service of process; cost for service of process for personal protection orders; eliminate. Amends secs. 2559 & 2950 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2559 & 600.2950). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0612'25, HB 5121'25

SB 611 eliminates court costs for serving personal protection orders in Michigan. It directly affects individuals seeking protection from domestic violence, harassment, or abuse who must legally serve court orders on others. The bill amends Michigan’s civil procedure laws (MCL 600.2559 & 600.2950) to remove the requirement that these individuals pay fees for process servers. This change simplifies access to legal protection by removing a financial barrier for vulnerable residents.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

signed · Michigan · Senate Dec 10, 2025

SB 542: Military affairs: other; tuition assistance for Michigan National Guard members; modify. Amends secs. 3 & 4 of 2014 PA 259 (MCL 32.433 & 32.434). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0540'25, HB 4962'25

SB 542 amends Michigan's tuition assistance program for National Guard members by updating specific sections of the 2014 law (2014 PA 259). It directly affects current and future Michigan National Guard members by modifying the terms of their tuition benefit eligibility or calculation. The bill changes the legal provisions governing how the assistance is administered under the existing program. After passing the legislature with 34-3 votes in December 2025, it was sent to the governor for final approval.

Topics ✓ Veterans

signed · Michigan · Senate Dec 10, 2025

SB 370: Military affairs: other; Tricare premium reimbursement program; create. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0540'25, SB 0542'25, HB 4962'25

SB 370 creates Michigan's "Tricare premium reimbursement program" to help National Guard members cover health insurance costs. It directly affects Michigan National Guard members eligible for Tricare Reserve Select or Tricare Dental programs who aren't covered by employer plans or other insurance. The program reimburses members for premiums they pay for these specific Tricare plans, using funds from the existing Michigan National Guard Member Benefit Fund. To qualify, members must apply through a department-form on the website, and reimbursements are made only if sufficient funds are available.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

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