Healthcare

in committee · Michigan · Senate May 21, 2026

SB 1000: Human services: medical services; certified community behavioral health clinics; provide certification and funding for. Amends 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.1 - 400.119b) by adding secs. 109w & 109x. TIE BAR WITH: SB 1001'26

This bill amends Michigan's social welfare act to establish a new prospective payment system that funds certified community behavioral health clinics based on anticipated costs rather than individual services. It requires the state department to develop payment rates using actuarial methods and mandates that any new clinic sites approved starting in 2028 undergo a review process to prevent service duplication and ensure geographic distribution. The legislation defines eligible clinics as nonprofit or government-run entities and prioritizes approval for sites operated by community mental health services programs. Additionally, the bill outlines specific policies to mitigate conflicts of interest, define retaliatory actions, and create a dispute resolution process, while noting that implementation depends on future legislative funding.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a new payment system to fund behavioral health clinics and prevents service duplication, directly strengthening mental health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Primary Care

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in committee · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 6019: Insurance: health insurers; closure or removal of a health system considered a qualifying event for a special enrollment period; provide for. Amends 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.100 - 500.8302) by adding sec. 3406ww.

This bill requires health insurers in Michigan to treat the closure or removal of a health system from their network as a qualifying event for a special enrollment period. Under this rule, individuals who lose access to their current doctors or hospitals due to these changes would be allowed to sign up for new health insurance plans outside of the usual annual open enrollment window. The legislation defines a "health system" broadly to include hospitals, physician practices, and other related care facilities that operate under common ownership or control. By codifying this requirement, the bill aims to ensure that people can maintain continuous coverage when their existing healthcare options are no longer available.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands patient access by allowing enrollment when health systems close, protecting continuity of care.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Insurance

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 927: Human services: medical services; coverage for behavioral health transportation; provide for. Amends 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.1 - 400.119b) by adding sec. 109y. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0928'26

This bill directs the state's medical assistance program to cover transportation costs for individuals with behavioral health needs. It requires the department to ensure that transport agencies follow existing mental health code regulations regarding these services. The legislation defines key terms such as behavioral health transport and eligible individuals by referencing current state laws. However, the bill will not become effective unless a companion bill, SB 0928, is also passed into law.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands Medicaid coverage to include transportation costs for behavioral health, improving patient access to mental health services.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates coverage for behavioral health transportation, directly funding and expanding access to essential transport services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 5884: Human services: medical services; automatic enrollment and renewal for certain individuals under the medical assistance program; provide for. Amends 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.1 - 400.119b) by adding sec. 10h.

This bill updates Michigan's medical assistance program to streamline how people sign up and renew their coverage. It requires the state to use a faster enrollment method for minors and adults under 21, allowing the use of existing data from food and cash assistance programs to determine eligibility. The legislation also permits the state to automatically renew coverage for eligible individuals and gives the department authority to expand these data-driven methods to more people in the future. By relying on electronic records, the bill aims to reduce the paperwork and time needed for both initial applications and periodic eligibility checks.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill streamlines enrollment and renewal for medical assistance, expanding access and simplifying coverage for eligible individuals.90% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 5828: Insurance: health insurers; invoking suicide clauses in insurance policies; prohibit if in compliance with death with dignity act. Amends secs. 3905 & 4037 of 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.3905 & 500.4037) & adds secs. 3406rr. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5825'26

HB 5828 prohibits health insurers in Michigan from denying or limiting coverage for individuals who intend to end their lives in accordance with the state's Death with Dignity Act. The bill amends existing insurance code sections to ensure that suicide clauses in long-term care and universal life policies do not apply to deaths resulting from this specific medical aid-in-dying process. By adding a new section to the insurance code, the legislation clarifies that ending one's life under the Death with Dignity Act is not considered a suicide for the purposes of insurance exclusions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient rights by preventing insurers from denying coverage for aid-in-dying procedures, ensuring access to legal medical choices.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Long-Term Care

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 5823: Mental health: facilities; video monitoring and recording in certain care settings; allow. Amends sec. 724 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1724).

HB 5823 updates Michigan's mental health code to allow video monitoring in psychiatric hospitals for safety and security purposes, provided specific rules are followed. The bill permits recording in common areas like hallways and activity rooms only after a facility creates written policies on access, retention, and notification to patients and visitors. It also clarifies rules for taking fingerprints, photographs, and audio recordings, requiring consent from the patient, their guardian, or parent before using these methods for services or research. Additionally, the law mandates that video footage cannot be used for treatment purposes and must be kept separate from clinical records, while archived recordings are generally limited to 30 days unless an investigation is underway.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enhances safety and security in mental health facilities through regulated video monitoring, protecting patients and staff.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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passed · Michigan · House May 12, 2026

HR 307: A resolution to declare May 2026 as Brain Tumor Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.

This resolution declares May 2026 as Brain Tumor Awareness Month in Michigan to highlight the severity of brain tumors and the state's role in research and treatment. The bill does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to raise public awareness about the disease's impact on patients and families. It recognizes Michigan's medical centers and the urgent need for better treatments given the limited number of approved therapies available.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill raises public awareness for brain tumors, highlighting treatment needs and research, which supports the healthcare topic.85% confidence

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passed · Michigan · House May 12, 2026

HR 309: A resolution to declare May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.

This resolution designates May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month in Michigan to highlight the impact of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic declaration to encourage public support for patients, caregivers, and ongoing research efforts. By formally recognizing the month, the legislation aims to increase community solidarity and draw attention to the need for continued medical advancements and resources for those affected by the disease.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill raises public awareness for ALS, encouraging community support and research efforts without restricting or defunding healthcare.65% confidence

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passed · Michigan · House May 20, 2026

HR 321: A resolution to declare May 2026 as Treatment Court Month in the state of Michigan.

This bill designates May 2026 as Treatment Court Month in Michigan to recognize the success of these specialized courts. It highlights how these programs help individuals with substance use and mental health issues by connecting them with treatment and support services. The resolution serves as a commemorative measure to celebrate the positive impact of these courts on public safety and community health.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill recognizes treatment courts that reduce recidivism and improve rehabilitation for individuals with substance use and mental health issues.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill recognizes and celebrates the success of treatment courts that provide mental health and substance use services, indicating support for these healthcare initiatives.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Mental Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 22, 2026

HB 5835: Health facilities: nursing homes; personal needs allowance for nursing home residents; increase. Amends sec. 106 of 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.106) & adds sec. 106c.

HB 5835 amends Michigan's Social Welfare Act to increase the personal needs allowance for nursing home residents from $150 to $200 per month. This change directly affects low-income individuals living in state-licensed nursing homes who are currently eligible for medical assistance under the program. The bill modifies existing eligibility criteria and adds a new section to ensure that the higher allowance is included in the protected basic maintenance level for these residents. By adjusting the financial threshold for personal spending, the legislation aims to provide nursing home patients with greater access to funds for their daily personal expenses.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases personal needs allowance for nursing home residents, directly improving financial support and patient welfare within healthcare facilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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