Healthcare

in committee · Michigan · Senate May 21, 2026

SB 1007: Mental health: guardians; appointing certain guardians after considering least restrictive means; require. Amends sec. 602 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1602).

This bill requires Michigan courts to prioritize less restrictive alternatives before appointing a guardian for individuals with developmental disabilities. It mandates that judges first explore options such as using a power of attorney, a trust, a representative payee, supported decision-making, or partial guardianship to meet the individual's needs. If a full guardianship is deemed necessary, the law specifies that it must be limited strictly to what is required for protection and that personal liberty and financial freedom should not be restricted more than needed. The changes aim to encourage maximum self-reliance and independence while ensuring protection from neglect, exploitation, and abuse.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient rights by prioritizing least restrictive alternatives in guardianship, ensuring individuals with developmental disabilities receive care with maximum autonomy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 30, 2026

HB 5909: Criminal procedure: sentencing; mandatory sentencing for certain crimes in the Medicaid false claim act; require. Amends sec. 6 of 1977 PA 72 (MCL 400.606).

This bill proposes to increase the mandatory minimum prison sentence for individuals convicted of conspiring to defraud the state of Michigan by submitting false Medicaid claims. Under the current law, such offenses are felonies punishable by up to 10 years in prison or a fine of up to $50,000, but this legislation would require a minimum sentence of 2 years and 6 months for anyone found guilty. The change directly affects healthcare providers, billing companies, and other entities or individuals involved in submitting false claims for Medicaid reimbursement. If passed, the amendment would take effect 90 days after it is signed into law.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases mandatory minimum sentences for Medicaid fraud, expanding criminal penalties and restricting judicial discretion.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens Medicaid integrity by increasing penalties for fraud, protecting public health funds and ensuring proper resource allocation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Sentencing Medicaid

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passed · Michigan · Senate Jun 18, 2026

SB 973: Insurance: health insurers; state-based insurance exchange; provide for. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0977'26

This bill establishes a new nonprofit corporation to operate Michigan's state-based health insurance exchange, which will serve as a marketplace for consumers and small businesses to purchase qualified health plans. The legislation creates a 12-member board to govern the exchange, with members appointed from the insurance industry, consumer advocates, and public officials to oversee its operations. Key provisions include setting up rules for conflict of interest, defining roles for state agencies, and enabling a system for direct enrollment assistance to help consumers navigate the marketplace.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a state-based health insurance exchange to expand access to qualified health plans for consumers and small businesses.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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passed · Michigan · House Apr 21, 2026

HR 287: A resolution to declare April 11-17, 2026, as Black Maternal Health Week in the state of Michigan.

This legislative resolution designates April 11-17, 2026, as Black Maternal Health Week within the state of Michigan. It encourages residents and community organizations to hold programs and conversations focused on maternal health awareness during that period. The bill does not establish new regulations or funding but serves as a formal declaration to recognize the issue.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates a week for maternal health awareness, promoting community programs and conversations to improve health outcomes.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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passed · Michigan · Senate Mar 17, 2026

SR 100: A resolution to urge the federal government to issue clarifying rules or guidance explaining that claims applicable to state surprise billing laws must go through the state dispute resolution process, rather than the federal independent dispute resolution process.

This Senate resolution asks the federal government to clarify that medical billing disputes covered by Michigan's surprise billing laws must be handled through Michigan's state dispute process instead of the federal independent dispute resolution system. The bill directly affects healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients in Michigan who face unexpected medical bills from out-of-network services. It highlights concerns that providers are increasingly using the federal process for claims that should go through state procedures, potentially leading to higher payments and increased costs for consumers. The resolution urges federal agencies to issue guidance ensuring claims subject to state surprise billing protections are properly directed to state arbitration rather than federal review.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patients from surprise medical bills by clarifying state dispute resolution processes, advancing patient rights and financial protection in healthcare.85% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House Jun 16, 2026

HB 5724: Children: services; residential treatment plans; require the department to observe. Amends 1939 PA 288 (MCL 710.21 - 712B.41) by adding sec. 18u to ch. XIIA.

This bill requires Michigan's department of health and human services to place children in residential treatment programs within 14 days when a court orders such placement. It directly affects children involved in the state's child welfare system and the agencies responsible for their care. The law adds a specific timeline to existing statutes, ensuring faster action on court-ordered treatment plans. This change aims to reduce delays in getting children into appropriate care settings.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens child welfare by mandating faster placement in residential treatment programs, improving access to mental health services and care for children in the state system.85% confidence

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passed · Michigan · House Jun 3, 2026

HB 5774: Health: children; referral of certain children to the early on program; require. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding pt. 58B.

This bill requires health professionals caring for infants diagnosed with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder to refer the child's parent or guardian to Early On Michigan, a program that supports families with young children with developmental disabilities. It defines fetal alcohol spectrum disorder as a range of conditions resulting from prenatal alcohol exposure, including fetal alcohol syndrome and related neurodevelopmental disorders. The legislation applies to health professionals managing infant care and directs them to connect families with Early On Michigan services upon diagnosis. The bill also authorizes the state department to create rules necessary to implement these referral requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates referrals to Early On Michigan for families with infants diagnosed with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, improving access to developmental support services and strengthening healthcare coordination for vulnerable children.90% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 5736: Health: licensing; references to licenses for certain substance use disorder services programs in the patient’s right to independent review act; modify to include those exempt from licensure. Amends sec. 3 of 2000 PA 251 (MCL 550.1903). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5729'26

This bill amends Michigan's Patient's Right to Independent Review Act to clarify which substance use disorder services programs qualify as facilities under the law. It specifically updates the definition of "facility" to include programs that are exempt from licensure under state public health regulations, alongside those that are currently licensed. The change ensures that patients receiving care from both licensed and exempt substance use disorder programs have the same access to external review processes when their health care services are denied or terminated. This update applies to health carriers and their designated review organizations, expanding the scope of facilities eligible for independent review protections.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands patient access to independent review by including previously exempt substance use disorder programs, protecting patient rights and improving healthcare oversight.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Public Health Substance Abuse

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 5686: Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for threats or assaults against department of health and human services designated caregiver; provide for. Amends sec. 16d, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16d). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5684'26, HB 5685'26

This bill proposes adding specific sentencing guidelines for threats or assaults against designated caregivers at Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services. It directly affects individuals who commit violence or make threats against these caregivers by establishing clearer legal consequences for such acts. The legislation amends existing criminal procedure laws to include these new protections, ensuring caregivers receive appropriate legal safeguards. The bill is part of a series of related measures aimed at strengthening protections for state workers in vulnerable positions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by establishing specific sentencing guidelines for assaults on caregivers, enhancing protections and legal consequences for violent acts against designated personnel.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens protections for healthcare workers by adding sentencing guidelines for assaults against DHHS caregivers, directly supporting healthcare personnel safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sentencing

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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 ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill clarifies licensing requirements for substance use disorder treatment programs in adult foster care, improving regulatory oversight and ensuring proper recognition of these essential healthcare services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Substance Abuse

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