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passed · Michigan · House May 12, 2026

HR 307: A resolution to declare May 2026 as Brain Tumor Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.

This resolution declares May 2026 as Brain Tumor Awareness Month in Michigan to highlight the severity of brain tumors and the state's role in research and treatment. The bill does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to raise public awareness about the disease's impact on patients and families. It recognizes Michigan's medical centers and the urgent need for better treatments given the limited number of approved therapies available.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill raises public awareness for brain tumors, highlighting treatment needs and research, which supports the healthcare topic.85% confidence

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passed · Michigan · House May 12, 2026

HR 309: A resolution to declare May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.

This resolution designates May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month in Michigan to highlight the impact of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic declaration to encourage public support for patients, caregivers, and ongoing research efforts. By formally recognizing the month, the legislation aims to increase community solidarity and draw attention to the need for continued medical advancements and resources for those affected by the disease.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill raises public awareness for ALS, encouraging community support and research efforts without restricting or defunding healthcare.65% confidence

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passed · Michigan · House May 20, 2026

HR 321: A resolution to declare May 2026 as Treatment Court Month in the state of Michigan.

This bill designates May 2026 as Treatment Court Month in Michigan to recognize the success of these specialized courts. It highlights how these programs help individuals with substance use and mental health issues by connecting them with treatment and support services. The resolution serves as a commemorative measure to celebrate the positive impact of these courts on public safety and community health.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill recognizes treatment courts that reduce recidivism and improve rehabilitation for individuals with substance use and mental health issues.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill recognizes and celebrates the success of treatment courts that provide mental health and substance use services, indicating support for these healthcare initiatives.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Mental Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 5835: Health facilities: nursing homes; personal needs allowance for nursing home residents; increase. Amends sec. 106 of 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.106) & adds sec. 106c.

HB 5835 amends Michigan's Social Welfare Act to increase the personal needs allowance for nursing home residents from $150 to $200 per month. This change directly affects low-income individuals living in state-licensed nursing homes who are currently eligible for medical assistance under the program. The bill modifies existing eligibility criteria and adds a new section to ensure that the higher allowance is included in the protected basic maintenance level for these residents. By adjusting the financial threshold for personal spending, the legislation aims to provide nursing home patients with greater access to funds for their daily personal expenses.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases personal needs allowance for nursing home residents, directly improving financial support and patient welfare within healthcare facilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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in committee · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 6017: Education: all other employees; school psychologist licensure compact; enact. Creates new act.

This bill establishes an interstate agreement allowing school psychologists to practice in multiple states with a single license, aiming to improve access to mental health services in schools. Under the new rules, qualified professionals from one member state can obtain equivalent licensure in other states without facing redundant requirements, while still adhering to local safety and scope-of-practice laws. The legislation also creates a governing commission to oversee the program and includes specific provisions to support military members and their spouses who relocate frequently. By streamlining the licensing process, the bill seeks to address workforce shortages and ensure that students receive services from appropriately qualified experts across state lines.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands access to school psychologists, improving mental health services in K-12 schools.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves access to mental health services by enabling school psychologists to practice across states with a single license.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Medical Licensing Mental Health

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passed · Michigan · House Jul 1, 2026

HB 5903: Health facilities: certificate of need; allowable use of hospital swing beds; expand to include behavioral health patients. Amends sec. 134 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1134).

This bill amends Michigan's mental health code to clarify how hospital swing beds can be used for behavioral health patients. It allows psychiatric facilities to temporarily place adult or minor patients in licensed inpatient psychiatric beds when needed for care, provided safety and staffing rules are met. The legislation ensures that using these beds for behavioral health does not count as adding new capacity for the purpose of state approval reviews. Additionally, it requires the state director to coordinate regulations across agencies to avoid duplicate inspections and ensure consistent oversight of psychiatric facilities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands access to behavioral health services by allowing swing beds for psychiatric patients without triggering capacity limits.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Mental Health

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passed · Michigan · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 5943: Health: licensing; behavioral health transportation licensing requirements; provide for. Amends 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1001 - 330.2106) by adding ch. 9B. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5944'26

This bill establishes a new licensing framework in Michigan for agencies that provide specialized transportation services for individuals experiencing mental health crises. It creates specific definitions for these services, which are designed to move medically stable people who do not require physical or chemical restraints to the nearest facility capable of meeting their needs. The legislation mandates that licensed agencies operate under medical supervision, maintain detailed logs of every trip, and implement strict safety and hygiene protocols for their vehicles and staff. Additionally, the bill requires agencies to submit annual reports to the legislature detailing the number of transports, police interventions, and any investigations into staff misconduct.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a licensing framework to improve access to specialized mental health transportation services, strengthening care for individuals in crisis.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes a licensing framework for specialized behavioral health transportation services, expanding access to critical transport for individuals in mental health crises.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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passed · Michigan · House May 14, 2026

HR 319: A resolution to declare May 2026 as Huntington's Disease Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.

This bill declares May 2026 as Huntington's Disease Awareness Month in Michigan to highlight the disease and encourage public support. It directly affects residents of Michigan, particularly those impacted by Huntington's disease, by promoting awareness of the condition's symptoms and genetic risks. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture to remind citizens and medical professionals about the importance of research and support services for this currently incurable neurological disorder.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes awareness of Huntington's disease, encouraging public support and reminding medical professionals of the need for research and services.75% confidence

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passed · Michigan · Senate Jun 18, 2026

SB 974: Insurance: health insurers; updated references to reflect the enactment of the Michigan health insurance exchange act; provide for. Amends secs. 1261, 1262, 1262a & 1264 of 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.1261 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0973'26

SB 974 updates Michigan's insurance code to align with the state's health insurance exchange by clarifying definitions for roles such as navigators and certified application counselors. The bill establishes strict rules requiring these individuals to be state-certified before they can receive funding or assist consumers with health plan enrollment. It explicitly prohibits them from selling insurance or recommending specific plans, ensuring they provide only impartial information about available coverage options. Additionally, the legislation mandates that the state director implement a certification program including background checks and privacy training to protect consumer data.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens the health insurance exchange by establishing certification rules for navigators, ensuring impartial consumer assistance and protecting patient rights during enrollment.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 5826: Health: occupations; licensing sanctions for compliance with death with dignity act; prohibit under certain circumstances. Amends secs. 17752 & 20175 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.17752 & 333.20175) & adds 16221c. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5825'26

This bill modifies Michigan's public health code to protect healthcare providers and pharmacies from disciplinary action when they comply with the Death with Dignity Act. It explicitly states that a licensee's good-faith participation in this act cannot be used as grounds for investigation or sanctions. Additionally, the bill clarifies rules regarding prescription record retention, confidentiality, and the process for pharmacies to issue copies of prescriptions to one another. These changes aim to provide legal clarity and protection for medical professionals while maintaining existing standards for patient record management.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects healthcare providers from sanctions when complying with the Death with Dignity Act, thereby supporting professional practice and patient access to end-of-life care options.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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