Healthcare (Mental Health)

passed both · Michigan · House Feb 24, 2026

HB 4530: Mental health: other; deadline for mental health professionals to release mental health records or information pertinent to child abuse or neglect investigation to the department; modify. Amends sec. 748a of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1748a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4531'25

HB 4530 requires mental health professionals (like therapists and counselors) to share relevant records with child welfare investigators within 7 days when a child abuse or neglect investigation is underway. It overrides standard confidentiality privileges (such as doctor-patient privilege) for these specific records to ensure timely information sharing. The bill also grants legal immunity to professionals who comply in good faith, protecting them from lawsuits unless gross negligence occurs. This change directly affects mental health providers and child welfare caseworkers in Michigan, streamlining access to critical information during investigations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires mental health professionals to share child abuse records with investigators, overriding confidentiality to aid child protection, while granting immunity to providers. Supports mental health services coordination for child welfare.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Nov 4, 2025

HB 5196: Corrections: other; screening and treatment for post traumatic prison disorder; provide for and require certain other mental health screening, planning, and treatment of incarcerated individuals. Amends sec. 67 of 1953 PA 232 (MCL 791.267) & adds secs. 34e, 67c & 67d.

HB 5196 requires Michigan correctional facilities to create mandatory mental health discharge plans for incarcerated individuals receiving mental health services or medication before release. These plans must include specific assessments (using tools like the PHQ-9 and GAD-7), identify housing/transportation risks, schedule post-release mental health appointments, ensure medication continuity, and assess Medicaid eligibility. The bill directly affects incarcerated individuals transitioning from correctional facilities to community settings, aiming to support their mental health needs during reentry. It amends existing law (MCL 791.267) and adds new sections (34e, 67c, 67d) focused on structured discharge planning. The bill is currently in committee referral after its October 2025 introduction.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires mental health discharge plans for incarcerated individuals to reduce recidivism and ensure post-release care, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates mental health discharge plans including assessments, appointment scheduling, medication continuity, and Medicaid eligibility checks for incarcerated individuals transitioning to community care.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Probation & Parole Mental Health Public Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Jun 4, 2025

HB 4535: Courts: other; eligibility for mental health court; modify. Amends sec. 1093 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.1093). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4532'25, HB 4533'25

HB 4535 amends Michigan's mental health court eligibility rules under the Revised Judicature Act. It clarifies that admission to mental health court is discretionary (not a right), excludes individuals charged with or convicted of first-degree murder, sexual assault, or child abuse, and expands eligibility for those in youth programs or with deferred prosecutions. The bill requires courts to conduct mandatory screenings covering criminal history, risk assessment, mental health evaluation, and special needs before admission. All screening information remains confidential and cannot be used in criminal prosecutions, except for unrelated criminal acts. This directly affects individuals facing eligible charges and courts determining program participation.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpands mental health court eligibility for non-violent cases (youth, deferred prosecutions) while requiring screenings, promoting treatment-focused alternatives over incarceration to reduce recidivism.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates mental health evaluations in court screenings, expanding access to mental health services for eligible individuals through court system integration.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Violent Crime Mental Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Aug 12, 2025

HB 4752: Mental health: children; conversion therapy; allow. Amends sec. 100a of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1100a) & repeals sec. 901a of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1901a).

HB 4752 defines "conversion therapy" in Michigan's Mental Health Code to prohibit mental health professionals from attempting to change a minor's sexual orientation or gender identity. The bill specifically clarifies that this definition excludes counseling supporting gender transition, providing acceptance, or facilitating identity exploration without seeking to alter orientation or identity. It amends Section 100a of the Mental Health Code (MCL 330.1100a) to include this definition, directly affecting mental health providers working with children and adolescents. This is a definitional change, not a new restriction, aimed at clarifying legal standards for mental health services involving minors.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits conversion therapy for minors, protecting access to affirming mental health services while clarifying supportive counseling is excluded.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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passed · Michigan · Senate May 21, 2025

SB 222: Mental health: other; petition for access to assisted outpatient treatment; expand to additional health providers. Amends sec. 473 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1473).

SB 222 expands who can petition for continued involuntary mental health treatment under Michigan's assisted outpatient program. It adds psychiatric nurse practitioners and physician assistants (working under a psychiatrist's delegation) to the list of eligible petitioners and allows individuals aged 18 or older to file petitions for themselves. Petitions must include a clinical certificate and evidence of a psychiatrist's consultation (unless the filer is a psychiatrist), along with details about the treatment program and estimated duration needed. This change directly affects patients requiring ongoing treatment and increases the number of authorized mental health providers who can initiate the petition process.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands mental health treatment access by allowing self-petitions and adding psychiatric nurse practitioners/physician assistants to initiate assisted outpatient care, strengthening patient rights and service availability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Mental Health Substance Abuse

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passed · Michigan · Senate May 21, 2025

SB 221: Criminal procedure: mental capacity; outpatient treatment for misdemeanor offenders with mental health issues; provide for. Amends 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1001 - 330.2106) by adding sec. 1021 & ch. 10A. TIE BAR WITH: SB 219'25

Senate Bill 221 establishes a new process for individuals charged with misdemeanor offenses who have mental health issues. The bill allows for the diversion of these defendants into assisted outpatient treatment (AOT) if the prosecuting attorney, defendant, and defense counsel agree to an assessment and the defendant meets the AOT criteria. If a court orders AOT for up to 180 days, the misdemeanor charges remain pending but are dismissed after 90 days (or 180 days for serious misdemeanors). This diversion pathway provides an alternative to standard mental competency procedures for eligible misdemeanor offenders.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeDiverts misdemeanor offenders with mental health issues to outpatient treatment, reducing court processing and promoting rehabilitation - aligns with criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes diversion to assisted outpatient treatment (AOT) for misdemeanor offenders with mental health issues, promoting access to mental health care instead of criminal prosecution.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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passed both · Michigan · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 4729: Mental health: guardians; appointment of guardians; modify. Amends sec. 628 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1628). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4728'25

HB 4729 updates Michigan's rules for appointing guardians of individuals with developmental disabilities. It requires courts to prioritize licensed professional guardians (under Article 14A of the Occupational Code) when appointing guardians, and prohibits unlicensed employees of such guardians from making medical, financial, or housing decisions for these individuals. The law also mandates that courts consider the individual's preference for a guardian before making an appointment. These changes take effect two years after the bill's passage, aiming to ensure guardianship appointments meet professional standards.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires licensed guardians for medical decisions, preventing unlicensed staff from making healthcare choices, protecting patient rights in mental health guardianship.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 12, 2025

SB 143: Mental health: recipient rights; informed consent requirements for mental health treatment; provide for. Amends sec. 416 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1416).

SB 143 requires mental health providers in Michigan to clearly explain a patient's rights - including the right to end voluntary treatment - in both oral and written form when treatment begins. It also mandates that providers give patients and the person who signed the consent form copies of the written consent agreement and a standard form for ending treatment, regardless of whether the patient has requested to stop care. This applies to all mental health treatment in Michigan, directly affecting patients, their designated representatives (like family members), and providers by ensuring informed consent and transparency from the start of care.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires mental health providers to explain patient rights and consent forms, protecting autonomy and access in mental health treatment per bill's explicit focus on recipient rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 12, 2025

SB 142: Mental health: other; recipient rights advisory committee membership; modify. Amends secs. 100d & 756 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1100d & 330.1756).

SB 142 amends Michigan's Mental Health Code (MCL 330.1100d and 330.1756) to modify the membership and advisory role of the State Recipient Rights Advisory Committee. Specifically, it clarifies that this committee advises both the director of the department and the director of the department's State Office of Recipient Rights, as established under Section 756. The bill updates definitions related to mental health services, substance use disorder treatment, and specialized residential care but does not create new programs or funding. This is a procedural amendment focused on clarifying committee structure and responsibilities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAmends mental health code to clarify advisory committee roles for recipient rights, strengthening patient protections under mental health services framework.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

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passed both · Michigan · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 4413: Mental health: other; hospital evaluations for assisted outpatient treatment; expand. Amends secs. 206a & 429 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1206a & 330.1429).

This bill amends Michigan's Mental Health Code to establish a formal mediation process for individuals receiving mental health services. It requires community mental health services programs to offer mediation to recipients, their representatives, or petitioners to resolve disputes regarding the planning and delivery of services. The state will fund and contract with mediation organizations to facilitate these processes. The bill sets timelines for mediation initiation and completion, with successful mediations resulting in legally binding agreements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates mediation for mental health service disputes, funds state-contracted mediation, and protects recipient rights per MCL amendments, strengthening patient access and service delivery.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Mental Health

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