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in committee · Michigan · House Jun 11, 2025

HB 4633: Probate: guardians and conservators; duties of guardians, conservators, and guardians ad litem; modify. Amends secs. 5305, 5314, 5406, 5417 & 5418 of 1998 PA 386 (MCL 700.5305 et seq.) & adds sec. 5314a. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4632'25, HB 4634'25, HB 4635'25

HB 4633 amends Michigan's probate code to strengthen rights and information for individuals alleged to be incapacitated during guardianship proceedings. It requires court-appointed guardians ad litem to explain key rights, including the right to contest the petition, request limits on a guardian's powers (especially regarding do-not-resuscitate orders or physician treatment orders), and the right to legal counsel. The bill mandates that if an individual requests legal representation or the guardian ad litem determines it's necessary, the court must appoint counsel at state expense if the individual is indigent. This directly affects people facing guardianship hearings, ensuring they receive clear information about their medical directives and legal options before a guardian is appointed.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates guardians ad litem to explain rights to contest medical treatment orders (DNR/physician orders), protecting patient autonomy in healthcare decisions per bill summary.90% confidence

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passed · Michigan · Senate Jun 10, 2025

SB 156: Legislature: legislative agencies; office of legislative corrections ombudsman; expand powers and duties. Amends secs. 1, 4, 5, 7, 11, 12, 13 & 14 of 1975 PA 46 (MCL 4.351 et seq.).

SB 156 expands the authority of Michigan's Office of the Legislative Corrections Ombudsman to investigate complaints about the Department of Corrections. The bill requires the ombudsman to create a standardized complaint form (available online and in correctional facilities) and grants access to department records - including prisoner medical, mental health, and mortality records - without needing a release. It also allows the ombudsman to enter correctional facilities for inspections at any time (including emergencies like riots), consult with qualified experts after background checks, and hold informal hearings. This directly affects prisoners, their family members, prisoner advocates, and the Department of Corrections by strengthening oversight of correctional operations.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpands oversight authority of corrections ombudsman to investigate complaints, access medical/mental health records, and conduct facility inspections without restrictions, enhancing transparency and accountability in corrections.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands oversight of prisoner medical/mental health records, enhancing accountability in correctional healthcare services without requiring releases.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Mental Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 15, 2026

HB 4659: Retirement: state employees; naming a special needs trust as beneficiary; allow. Amends sec. 31 of 1943 PA 240 (MCL 38.31).

HB 4659 allows Michigan state employees to name a special needs trust as a beneficiary for their retirement benefits, expanding current options that only permitted family members (like spouses or children). This change directly affects state employees with disabled family members who rely on government benefits, as naming a trust protects beneficiaries' eligibility for programs like Medicaid without disrupting retirement payments. The bill amends Section 31 of the State Employees' Retirement Act to explicitly include special needs trusts in the list of permitted beneficiaries, replacing the current restriction to family relationships. This policy change ensures retirement benefits can continue to support disabled dependents while maintaining their access to public assistance programs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllows special needs trusts for retirement beneficiaries, preserving Medicaid eligibility and access to healthcare services without disrupting benefits.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands retirement beneficiary options for state employees with disabled family members, protecting Medicaid eligibility while maintaining retirement benefits - directly advancing worker benefit protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Retirement Benefits

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in committee · Michigan · House Jun 26, 2025

HB 4686: Crimes: controlled substances; creating, manufacturing, possessing, or using psilocybin or psilocin; allow under certain circumstances. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 7404a.

HB 4686 would allow adults with a diagnosed PTSD to legally create, possess, or use psilocybin or psilocin under strict conditions. It directly affects individuals aged 18+ who have a medical record confirming a PTSD diagnosis. The bill permits possession of up to 2 ounces for personal use only, exempting these activities from existing prohibitions under Michigan’s Public Health Code (sections 7401, 7403, and 7404). This is limited to medical use for PTSD and does not permit commercial activity or broader access.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllows medical use of psilocybin for PTSD treatment, expanding mental health care access under strict conditions per healthcare topic description.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Sep 16, 2025

HB 4870: Education: meals; free school lunch and breakfast program; create. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1271.

HB 4870 creates a state program to provide free breakfast and lunch to all public school students in grades pre-K through 12, as well as students up to age 26 in special education programs. Participating schools must already be in the federal National School Lunch Program and offer meals at no cost to every student, while maximizing federal funding through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). The bill requires schools to accommodate documented medical dietary needs on a case-by-case basis and encourages offering religiously appropriate meals that meet federal nutrition standards. It also mandates schools to simplify income forms for families to help determine eligibility for other federal benefits.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates universal free school meals for K-12 and special education students, expanding access and support while leveraging federal funding to strengthen educational access without restrictions.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAccommodates documented medical dietary needs, advancing nutrition as a public health service within school meal programs.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Special Education Student Health

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passed · Michigan · House May 14, 2025

HB 4227: Education: safety; 1 emergency and safety manager and at least 1 mental health coordinator; require each intermediate school district to employ. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1308g.

HB 4227 requires every intermediate school district in Michigan to hire at least one emergency and safety manager and one mental health coordinator. The emergency manager coordinates with state and local agencies to prevent safety incidents, conduct risk assessments, and handle safety concerns across schools. The mental health coordinator manages state funding for student mental health services, integrates community resources, and oversees programs like Medicaid billing and behavioral health support. These roles aim to strengthen safety planning and mental health access for all public and nonpublic schools within each district's boundaries.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates safety and mental health staff to enhance school safety and student support services, strengthening educational environment and student well-being.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates mental health coordinators to manage student mental health services, integrate community resources, and oversee Medicaid billing - directly advancing mental health care access in schools.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Aug 14, 2025

HB 4764: Worker's compensation: benefits; presumption of certain injuries and coverage under the Christopher R. Slezak first responder presumed coverage fund; modify to include certain medical examiners. Amends sec. 405 of 1969 PA 317 (MCL 418.405).

HB 4764 expands eligibility for the Christopher R. Slezak first responder presumed coverage fund to include full-time, part-time, and on-call county medical examiners, deputy medical examiners, and medical examiner investigators. It presumes that certain cancers (including respiratory, skin, breast, and prostate cancers) are work-related for these medical examiners if they have 60+ months of service and were exposed to fire/rescue hazards during their duties. This shifts claims from employers to the special fund, requiring medical examiners to suspend employer claims while receiving benefits from the fund. The change takes effect January 1, 2026, and applies only to cancer diagnoses after that date. The bill does not alter existing coverage for firefighters, police, or other first responders.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands worker's comp coverage for medical examiners, presuming specific cancers as work-related, strengthening healthcare benefits for this healthcare workforce group.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands worker's compensation benefits for medical examiners by presuming work-related cancer claims, reducing burden of proof and strengthening protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 4165: Health occupations: psychologists; supervised postgraduate experience requirements; modify. Amends sec. 18223 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.18223).

HB 4165 amends Michigan's licensing requirements for psychologists by updating the supervised postgraduate experience rules. The bill modifies Section 18223 of the Public Health Code to clarify that individuals seeking a full psychology license must complete at least one year of supervised postdoctoral experience in a healthcare setting, as defined by the licensing board. It also specifies that limited licenses for master's degree holders require similar supervised experience and mandate that these licenses include two key restrictions: mandatory supervision by a fully licensed psychologist and prohibitions on advertising as a fully licensed practitioner. The changes primarily affect psychology applicants and current license holders seeking to transition to full licensure.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareClarifies supervised experience requirements for psychologists, ensuring qualified practitioners in mental health services per healthcare setting standards, strengthening professional standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Public Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 4432: Individual income tax: credit; qualified volunteers credit; create. Amends 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.1 - 206.847) by adding sec. 282.

HB 4432 creates a $2,500 refundable state income tax credit for qualified volunteer emergency medical services (EMS) personnel in Michigan, effective for tax years beginning January 1, 2025. To qualify, volunteers must serve at least 10 hours monthly with a life support agency (like EMS organizations), receive no hourly wage or salary, and only be reimbursed for reasonable expenses or receive customary benefits. The credit requires a signed verification statement from the agency confirming the volunteer’s service hours, compliance with training standards, and non-salary compensation. This directly affects unpaid EMS volunteers who meet these criteria, reducing their state tax liability or providing a refund if the credit exceeds their tax bill.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates refundable tax credit for EMS volunteers, providing direct tax relief for public service workers.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides $2,500 tax credit to volunteer EMS personnel, strengthening emergency medical services workforce stability and access to critical healthcare response.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits

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in committee · Michigan · House Nov 12, 2025

HCR 3: A concurrent resolution to urge Congress to amend 38 U.S.C. § 5304 and 10 U.S.C. § 12316 to permit members of the United States reserves and National Guard to receive full or partial active service pay in tandem with disability compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

HCR 3 is a Michigan legislative resolution urging Congress to amend two federal laws (38 U.S.C. § 5304 and 10 U.S.C. § 12316) that currently prevent National Guard and reserve members from receiving both active duty pay and VA disability compensation simultaneously. Under current law, veterans must choose between these two payments, forcing them to waive disability benefits to maintain reserve pay or vice versa. If enacted, the amendment would allow service members to receive both payments concurrently, supporting veterans with service-connected disabilities who serve part-time in the reserves or National Guard. This resolution is a recommendation to Congress, not a law, and does not change existing policy.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enables veterans to retain VA disability compensation (healthcare-related benefit) alongside military pay, improving access to healthcare services without financial penalty.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill seeks to amend federal law to allow National Guard/reserve members to receive both active duty pay and VA disability compensation simultaneously, removing a current restriction that forces veterans to choose between benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics National Guard & Reserve Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare

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