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in committee · Michigan · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 5521: Human services: medical services; organ transplant coverage; prohibit if the organ is from a country known for organ harvesting. Amends 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.1 - 400.119b) by adding sec. 109z.

HB 5521 prohibits Michigan's medical assistance program from covering organ transplants if the procedure occurs in China or another country designated by the state health department for forced organ harvesting, or if the organ was obtained through sale/donation from such a country. The bill defines "forced organ harvesting" as removing organs from living individuals using coercion, abduction, deception, fraud, or abuse of power. It directly affects Medicaid recipients seeking transplants involving organs from designated countries. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services will designate countries known for forced organ harvesting under this law.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill prohibits Medicaid coverage for organ transplants from countries with forced organ harvesting, directly restricting coverage for specific scenarios under healthcare insurance.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 24, 2026

SB 798: Health: immunizations; promulgation of certain rules that are more stringent than the requirements for claiming exemption from immunizations; prohibit. Amends sec. 1177 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1177). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0797'26

SB 798 amends Michigan's school immunization law to restrict exemptions from required vaccines. It eliminates the option for parents to claim exemptions based on "other objections" (like personal or philosophical beliefs), allowing exemptions only for religious reasons. This directly affects parents of children entering kindergarten or grade 7 who previously could cite non-religious objections. The bill maintains existing requirements for vision screenings and reporting immunization status to health authorities, but narrows the acceptable exemption categories under school enrollment rules.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRestricts non-religious vaccine exemptions to increase school immunization rates, strengthening public health protection under healthcare policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 5592: Health facilities: other; licensure of freestanding hyperbaric oxygen therapy facilities; provide for. Amends secs. 20104, 20106, 20155, 20161, 20162 & 20164 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.20104 et sec.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5590'26, HB 5591'26, HB 5593'26

HB 5592 creates a new licensure requirement for freestanding hyperbaric oxygen therapy facilities in Michigan. It directly affects independent medical facilities that provide hyperbaric oxygen therapy, which uses high-oxygen environments to treat specific medical conditions like non-healing wounds. The bill amends Michigan's Public Health Code to establish specific standards and oversight for these facilities, including facility requirements and operational guidelines. This change ensures these specialized treatment centers meet defined safety and quality standards under state regulation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates licensure standards for hyperbaric oxygen therapy facilities, ensuring safety and quality care for patients with specific medical conditions like non-healing wounds.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Public Health

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 24, 2026

SB 796: Appropriations: supplemental; funding for PFAS mitigation and water safety; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

SB 796 is a funding bill that allocates supplemental state money for fiscal year 2026 to address PFAS contamination in water. It provides direct funding to state agencies responsible for water safety and PFAS mitigation programs, primarily benefiting communities affected by PFAS ("forever chemicals") in drinking water sources. The key mechanism is creating a new appropriation within the state budget specifically for water testing, cleanup, and safety measures related to PFAS. This bill does not create new regulations but ensures dedicated funding for existing water safety efforts targeting PFAS contamination.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates supplemental state funds for PFAS water safety programs, directly increasing budget appropriation for environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAllocates funds for PFAS mitigation and water safety, directly addressing environmental contamination from pollutants and protecting drinking water sources.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds PFAS water mitigation, directly preventing chemical exposure linked to health issues and supporting public health programs per topic description.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Drinking Water Water Quality

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 5634: Health: immunizations; promulgation of certain rules that are more stringent than the requirements for claiming exemption from immunizations; prohibit. Amends sec. 9215 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.9215).

HB 5634 prevents Michigan's health department from creating stricter rules or requiring additional paperwork for school immunization exemptions. It preserves only two existing exemption types: medical (certified by a physician) and religious/philosophical (via a parent's written statement). The bill explicitly blocks the department from mandating new exemption forms or imposing extra requirements beyond these two categories. This directly affects schools, parents seeking exemptions, and the health department's regulatory authority. The legislation maintains the current exemption framework without expanding or altering it.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcarePrevents stricter immunization exemption rules, blocking enhanced public health measures. Limits health department's authority to strengthen school vaccine policies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 5522: Health occupations: physician's assistants; licensure of physician's assistants; modify. Amends (see bill).

HB 5522 amends Michigan's Public Health Code to update delegation rules for physician assistants (PAs). It clarifies that supervising physicians may delegate specific medical tasks to PAs under certain conditions, including direct physical supervision during procedures. The bill specifies that PAs can perform surgical tasks only when a licensed physician is present, and outlines requirements for health facilities to authorize such delegation. These changes directly affect PAs, physicians, and healthcare facilities by defining clearer boundaries for PA scope of practice under supervision.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareClarifies PA delegation rules to improve access under physician supervision, enhancing healthcare delivery efficiency without restricting services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing Public Health

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 24, 2026

SB 797: Health: immunizations; promulgation of certain rules that are more stringent than the requirements for claiming exemption from immunizations; prohibit. Amends sec. 9215 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.9215).

SB 797 prevents Michigan's health department from creating stricter rules or requiring specific forms for school immunization exemptions. It protects the existing exemption categories: medical exemptions certified by a physician and religious/philosophical exemptions documented via a written statement. The bill ensures no additional requirements can be imposed beyond what's currently allowed under Michigan law (MCL 333.9215), directly affecting children seeking exemption from school immunization mandates. This is a procedural clarification, not a new policy change.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcarePrevents stricter immunization rules, restricting public health measures by blocking new requirements for school exemptions beyond current law.92% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · Senate May 13, 2026

SB 799: Mental health: facilities; licensure for adult residential psychiatric programs; provide for. Creates new act.

SB 799 creates a new licensing system for adult psychiatric residential treatment facilities (APRTFs) that provide 24-hour residential psychiatric care to adults 18+ with severe mental health needs. It requires facilities to obtain a license from the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, pay fees ($2,000 initial, $1,000 renewal), and undergo on-site inspections before operating. The bill sets standards for care, defines prohibited exclusions (like psychiatric hospitals or nursing homes), and specifies that licensed facilities must offer individualized treatment plans certified by a physician. This directly affects APRTFs currently operating without state licensing, requiring them to meet new regulatory requirements to continue providing services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates licensing standards for psychiatric facilities, ensuring quality care and patient safety per bill's requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Mental Health

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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 ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareStandardizes provider credentialing for insurers, creating uniform process to improve efficiency and ensure adherence to nationally recognized standards, enhancing patient access to qualified providers.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medical Licensing

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 5593: Health facilities: other; hyperbaric oxygen inspection fund; create. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding section 21224 to pt. 212. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5590'26, HB 5591'26, HB 5592'26

HB 5593 creates a dedicated "hyperbaric oxygen therapy inspection fund" in the state treasury to cover costs for inspecting freestanding specialized oxygen therapy facilities. The fund is financed solely by licensing fees paid by these facilities, and the state Department of Health administers it to ensure inspections occur. Money from the fund can only be used for inspecting such facilities under the Public Health Code, with no other purposes allowed. This bill directly affects facility operators (through fees) and state health inspectors (through funding), with no broader policy changes beyond this specific inspection mechanism.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates dedicated fund for hyperbaric oxygen facility inspections under Public Health Code, ensuring compliance via licensing fees and state oversight, advancing public health safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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