Healthcare

passed · Michigan · House May 21, 2026

HR 323: A resolution to declare May 21, 2026, as Stop the Bleed Day in the state of Michigan.

This resolution designates May 21, 2026, as Stop the Bleed Day throughout Michigan to raise awareness about bleeding control. The bill encourages citizens to learn how to use tourniquets and apply direct pressure to stop life-threatening bleeding before emergency responders arrive. By officially recognizing this date, the state aims to promote a national campaign that trains bystanders to act quickly during traumatic injuries. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic declaration to highlight the importance of immediate hemorrhage control.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes public health awareness and trauma preparedness, strengthening community health safety.85% confidence

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passed · Michigan · House Apr 15, 2026

HR 274: A resolution to declare April 2026 as National Donate Life Month in the state of Michigan.

This bill designates April 2026 as National Donate Life Month within the state of Michigan to honor organ and tissue donors. It aims to recognize the generosity of individuals registered with the Michigan Organ Donor Registry and highlight the life-saving impact of their contributions. The resolution does not alter laws or funding but serves as a formal declaration of appreciation to be shared with relevant donor registry partners.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes organ donation awareness to save lives, aligning with healthcare goals.85% confidence

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passed · Michigan · House May 14, 2026

HR 320: A resolution to declare May 2026 as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.

This bill designates May 2026 as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month specifically within the state of Michigan. The resolution serves as a symbolic declaration to encourage residents to increase public awareness and support for individuals living with these conditions. It does not alter laws, allocate funding, or create new programs, but rather promotes education and prevention efforts through a formal state proclamation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes asthma and allergy awareness, encouraging public education and support for patients, which aligns with improving health outcomes.60% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · Senate May 14, 2026

SB 969: Health facilities: other; definition of covered facility; include hospitals that provide swing bed services. Amends secs. 20173a & 20173b of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.20173a & 333.20173b).

SB 969 expands the definition of "covered facilities" in Michigan's public health code to include hospitals that provide swing bed services, in addition to existing nursing homes and similar institutions. This change ensures that these additional hospitals must adhere to the same strict rules regarding the employment and clinical privileges of staff who have direct access to patients. The bill requires facilities to conduct criminal history checks on new employees and prohibits hiring individuals with specific convictions related to violence, abuse, fraud, or drug offenses within certain timeframes. By including swing bed hospitals, the legislation aims to maintain consistent safety standards across a broader range of healthcare settings that care for vulnerable populations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens patient safety by expanding regulations to cover more facilities and requiring criminal background checks for staff.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates criminal history checks for new employees in swing bed hospitals, strengthening workplace safety and protecting patients and staff from potential harm.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed both · Michigan · House Jul 1, 2026

HB 5974: Health: medical records; rights of a minor patient; modify. Amends secs. 3 & 5 of 2004 PA 47 (MCL 333.26263 & 333.26265).

HB 5974 amends Michigan's Medical Records Access Act to clarify the definitions of key terms such as "authorized representative," "guardian," and "minor" within the context of health care. The bill specifically addresses the rights of minors to access their own medical records when they have received care without parental consent, ensuring they retain exclusive rights to those specific records. Additionally, the legislation updates the rules for how patients and their authorized representatives can request and obtain copies of medical records from health care providers and facilities. By refining these definitions and procedures, the bill aims to streamline the process for individuals seeking access to their health information while maintaining existing protections for patient privacy.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill clarifies definitions and protects minors' exclusive rights to access their own medical records, enhancing patient privacy and access.90% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House May 13, 2026

HB 5953: Worker's compensation: disabilities; presumption of causation of post-traumatic stress disorder; provide for certain occupations and allow for claims against post-traumatic stress injury fund. Amends 1969 PA 317 (MCL 418.101 - 418.941) by adding sec. 407. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5952'26

This bill creates a new Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Fund to provide disability benefits to specific first responders and public safety workers who develop PTSD from work-related traumatic events. It allows eligible individuals, such as firefighters, police officers, and 911 dispatchers with at least five years of service, to suspend claims against their employers and instead seek compensation from the fund if they meet the criteria. The legislation establishes a legal presumption that the PTSD arose from employment, which can only be overturned by clear and convincing medical evidence proving non-work-related causes or an incorrect diagnosis. Additionally, the bill sets strict timelines for processing claims, requiring hearings within 90 days and decisions within 30 days, while also defining which high-stress situations qualify as traumatic events.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a dedicated fund to provide disability benefits for PTSD, directly supporting mental health services and protecting workers' access to care.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands disability benefits and creates a specific fund for first responders with PTSD, strengthening worker protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workers' Compensation

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Apr 22, 2026

SB 914: Insurance: health benefits; application of amount paid by the insured or other certain parties when calculating the insured’s co-pay for a prescription drug; require under certain conditions. Amends 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.100 - 500.8302) by adding sec. 3406nn.

This bill requires health insurance plans in Michigan to count payments made by patients or on their behalf toward meeting out-of-pocket maximums and cost-sharing limits for prescription drugs. It applies to both standard plans and high-deductible health plans, though it includes a specific rule for high-deductible plans to ensure compliance with federal health savings account regulations. The law takes effect for policies delivered, issued, or renewed after December 31, 2025, and explicitly defers to federal law if any conflict arises.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill requires insurers to count patient payments toward out-of-pocket maximums, improving patient access and reducing financial barriers to prescription drugs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Prescription Drugs

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in committee · Michigan · House May 13, 2026

HB 5946: Health occupations: massage therapists; continuing education requirements for massage therapists; modify. Amends secs. 16148 & 17965 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16148 & 333.17965). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5947'26

This bill modifies Michigan's Public Health Code to require massage therapists to complete specific continuing education on identifying victims of human trafficking as a condition for renewing their licenses. It mandates that the state board establish rules for these training standards, which must be included in the required 18 hours of continuing education every three years. The legislation also clarifies the board's authority over training program accreditation and voting procedures for health profession subfields. Additionally, it includes a provision that prevents certain long-serving nursing faculty members from needing a baccalaureate degree in nursing science to meet faculty requirements. The bill is tied to a companion measure and will not take effect unless both are enacted into law.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates continuing education for massage therapists to identify human trafficking victims, enhancing patient protection and public health safety.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed · Michigan · House May 14, 2026

HR 317: A resolution to declare May 15, 2026, as Arts for Mental Health Awareness Day in the state of Michigan.

This Michigan House resolution designates May 15, 2026, as Arts for Mental Health Awareness Day to highlight the connection between creative arts and mental well-being. The measure acknowledges how participation in the arts can help reduce stress, anxiety, and feelings of isolation while supporting recovery from trauma. It specifically recognizes the roles of artists, art therapists, and arts organizations in building community resilience and improving public safety. By officially declaring this date, the legislature aims to encourage public awareness of arts-based health initiatives without mandating any specific actions or funding.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes mental health awareness by recognizing the benefits of arts in reducing stress and supporting recovery.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

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in committee · Michigan · House May 13, 2026

HB 5941: Health: pharmaceuticals; reports on certain costs and other information associated with prescription drugs; require manufacturers of prescription drugs to file with the department. Creates new act.

This bill requires prescription drug manufacturers in Michigan to submit detailed reports to the state Department of Insurance and Financial Services before raising drug prices by significant amounts. The reports must include data on research and development costs, government funding received, advertising and lobbying expenditures, and patent information for drugs costing more than $40 per treatment course. Additionally, companies must notify the department within three days of launching new high-cost specialty drugs, providing details on their development status and acquisition costs. The state will compile this information into an annual report for legislative review while keeping specific company data confidential to protect proprietary interests, with fines of up to $100,000 per month for non-compliance.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill requires manufacturers to report costs before raising prices, aiming to protect patients from excessive drug costs and improve access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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