Healthcare

passed both · Michigan · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 4791: Health: other; menopause transition awareness program; establish. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 9135.

HB 4791 would require Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services to create a public education program about menopause transitions. The program must cover symptoms, related chronic conditions, treatment options, and screening tools, developed in consultation with medical boards and women's health organizations. It mandates the department to share this information with both the public and healthcare professionals, potentially via its website. This bill, currently in committee review, directly affects Michigan residents - particularly women navigating menopause - and healthcare providers who would receive updated educational resources.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes mandatory public health education program on menopause, improving patient access to health information and provider resources per bill's requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Oct 23, 2025

HB 5108: Health occupations: pharmacists; pharmacist scope of practice; modify. Amends secs. 5111, 17703, 17707, 17708, 17724a, 17744, 17744a, 17751, 17757 & 17763 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.5111 et seq.) & adds sec. 17744h.

HB 5108 modifies Michigan's Public Health Code to expand pharmacists' scope of practice. It adds Section 17744h, allowing pharmacists to prescribe certain medications for minor conditions like strep throat or urinary tract infections without a doctor's referral. The bill also updates existing sections (including 17703, 17707, and 17751) to align with these new prescribing authorities. This directly affects community pharmacists and patients seeking convenient, timely care for common, non-emergency conditions. The changes aim to improve access to basic healthcare services within pharmacy settings.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands pharmacist prescribing authority for minor conditions, improving patient access to timely care without physician referral, directly enhancing healthcare accessibility.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing Prescription Drugs

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passed · Michigan · Senate Oct 23, 2025

SR 81: A resolution urging the Congress and the President of the United States to permanently extend the Affordable Care Act Enhanced Premium Tax Credit to help ensure that all individuals and families have equitable access to healthcare.

This resolution urges Congress and the President to permanently extend the Affordable Care Act's Enhanced Premium Tax Credit, which helps low- and middle-income individuals and families afford health insurance premiums through the federal marketplace. It directly affects approximately 21.8 million Americans (including 484,000 Michigan residents) who currently benefit from the credit, which caps premium costs as a percentage of household income. The resolution emphasizes that without permanent extension, millions could face higher costs, risking coverage losses and reduced access to care - particularly for working families, seniors not yet on Medicare, and those with chronic conditions. As a procedural resolution (not a law), it does not change policy but formally requests federal action to maintain this existing affordability mechanism.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends tax credit providing relief to low/middle-income households, directly aligning with tax relief indicators for Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly urges permanent extension of ACA tax credit, ensuring affordability for 21.8M Americans and expanding healthcare access through subsidized premiums.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicare

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in committee · Michigan · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 5136: Human services: medical services; coverage for the prophylaxis, diagnosis, and treatment of certain pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders; require. Amends 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.1 - 400.119b) by adding sec. 109v.

HB 5136 requires Michigan's Medicaid program (medical assistance) to cover preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment for children with PANDAS (pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with strep) and PANS (pediatric acute onset neuropsychiatric syndrome). It mandates no higher copays or deductibles than other Medicaid services, requires timely coverage for urgent cases, and prohibits denials based on prior treatments or different diagnoses. The bill also bans lifetime limits on covered treatments like antibiotics, behavioral therapy, or IVIG therapy. This directly affects Medicaid-enrolled children diagnosed with these specific conditions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates Medicaid coverage for pediatric neuropsychiatric disorders with no higher copays, ensuring expanded access and prohibiting denials, directly advancing healthcare coverage and patient access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Medicaid Mental Health

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passed both · Michigan · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 4790: Health occupations: physicians; continuing education on menopause and related conditions; provide for. Amends secs. 17033 & 17533 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.17033 & 333.17533).

HB 4790 requires Michigan physicians to complete continuing education on menopause and related conditions as part of their mandatory professional development. The bill amends Michigan's Public Health Code (sections 333.17033 and 333.17533) to add these topics to the list of required educational areas. This directly affects all licensed physicians in Michigan who must fulfill continuing education requirements to maintain their licenses. The key provision updates existing rules to ensure physicians receive specific training on menopause care, aiming to improve patient education and treatment options.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates physician continuing education on menopause care, enhancing provider expertise and patient outcomes in women's health services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Public Health

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passed both · Michigan · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 4484: Human services: medical services; coverage policies for speech-language pathologists; modify. Amends 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.1 - 400.119b) by adding sec. 109z.

HB 4484 amends Michigan's Social Welfare Act to allow licensed speech-language pathologists (SLPs) to seek reimbursement for audiological rehabilitation and speech-language therapy services, regardless of whether they hold a certificate of clinical competence. This change directly affects SLPs practicing in Michigan who previously faced potential barriers to reimbursement under existing department rules. The bill removes a prior requirement for the clinical certificate, ensuring reimbursement eligibility solely based on state licensure. It applies to all coverage policies under the Social Welfare Act (MCL 400.1-400.119b), streamlining access to payment for these healthcare services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves certificate barrier for SLP reimbursement, expanding access to speech therapy services under healthcare coverage policies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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in committee · Michigan · House Oct 28, 2025

HCR 1: A concurrent resolution to urge the Governor of Michigan to issue an executive directive that would require administrating agencies to assess if the implementation of their programs reduce Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and provide an annual report and data to the Legislature and general public about progress in reducing ACEs in Michigan.

HCR 1 is a non-binding concurrent resolution urging Michigan's Governor to issue an executive directive requiring state agencies to assess whether their programs reduce Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and to publish annual reports on progress. It directly affects all state agencies administering programs that could impact children's well-being, such as health, education, and social services. The resolution mandates agencies to evaluate program effectiveness in lowering ACEs - defined as traumatic childhood events like abuse or neglect - and share annual data with the Legislature and public. It cites Michigan data showing 68% of adults experienced at least one ACE, linking these to long-term health risks like depression. As a resolution, it does not create new law but requests the Governor take specific action.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates agencies to assess programs reducing ACEs - a public health determinant linked to long-term healthcare outcomes - promoting preventive health strategies.85% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Oct 30, 2025

SB 628: Human services: medical services; coverage for syringe service programs; provide for. Amends 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.1 - 400.119b) by adding sec. 109t.

SB 628 requires Michigan's medical assistance program (Medicaid) to cover syringe service programs, which provide clean needles, disposal containers, and other harm reduction supplies to people who inject drugs. This directly affects individuals who use injection drugs by expanding access to safer equipment, and it affects the state's Medicaid program by mandating coverage for these services. The bill defines "syringe service programs" as harm reduction initiatives offering supplies like needles, cookers, and sharps disposal containers. It does not change eligibility for Medicaid but ensures these specific harm reduction services are funded under existing medical assistance.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeSyringe service programs reduce drug-related harm and public health risks, aligning with criminal justice reform by promoting harm reduction over criminalization.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates Medicaid coverage for syringe service programs, expanding harm reduction access for people who inject drugs, directly advancing healthcare access and public health initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Substance Abuse

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 508: Law enforcement: other; immigration enforcement at certain locations; prohibit in certain circumstances. Creates new act.

SB 508 prohibits law enforcement officers from checking immigration status or enforcing immigration laws in specific "sensitive locations," including schools, hospitals, places of worship, courthouses, and facilities serving vulnerable groups like children or crime victims. The bill allows exceptions only if a court orders entry or if an immediate threat to public safety requires action. It directly affects state and local law enforcement officers and individuals present at these locations during routine activities. The law creates a new legal framework to limit immigration enforcement in settings where people seek safety or services.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits immigration checks in sensitive locations, protecting civil rights and reducing law enforcement overreach in criminal justice settings like courthouses and hospitals.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProhibits immigration enforcement in schools (a sensitive location), protecting student access and safety, aligning with educational access support.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prohibits immigration enforcement in hospitals (sensitive locations), reducing barriers for immigrant patients to access healthcare services without fear of deportation.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits law enforcement from checking immigration status in sensitive locations (schools, hospitals, etc.), limiting state enforcement of immigration laws and protecting immigrants from potential harassment in these settings.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement School Safety Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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passed both · Michigan · House Feb 24, 2026

HB 5039: Health occupations: health professionals; disciplinary action for making a false representation in assisted reproduction; provide for. Amends secs. 16221 & 16226 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16221 & 333.16226). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5035'25, HB 5036'25

HB 5039 amends Michigan's Public Health Code to add disciplinary action for health professionals who make false representations in assisted reproduction services. It specifically adds "misrepresentation to a consumer or patient" in professional practice (including assisted reproduction) as a prohibited act under disciplinary grounds. This directly affects licensed health professionals, such as fertility specialists or clinics, who provide or advertise assisted reproductive services. The bill expands existing disciplinary criteria to include fraud or false claims related to fees or services in this field, allowing the licensing board to investigate and take action for such violations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAdds disciplinary action for false representations in assisted reproduction, protecting patients from misleading information in healthcare services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Public Health

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