Rep. Carrie Rheingans

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Michigan Attorney General to send an annual written notice to all beverage dealers starting in January 2028. The notice will detail the dealers' responsibilities regarding container redemption and provide contact information for the consumer protection division. However, the bill does not take effect unless it is tied to and enacted alongside a companion bill, HB 6054.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes declaring June 2026 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Pride Month throughout the state of Michigan. It aims to recognize the history, culture, and contributions of LGBTQ+ residents while commemorating the 1969 Stonewall Uprising. The resolution encourages all Michiganders to acknowledge the value of diversity and the specific roles LGBTQ+ individuals play in the state's economy and communities.

Maddy summaryHB 4940 updates Michigan's rules for managing funds used to clean up leaks from underground storage tanks, primarily affecting gas station owners and other tank operators. The bill modifies specific sections of the 1994 environmental law to adjust how corrective action funds are administered, including reporting requirements and fund allocation procedures. It also repeals an outdated section (21510c) related to the fund. These changes aim to streamline the cleanup process without altering the core environmental protections for tank sites.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to create a new payment system that funds certified community behavioral health clinics based on anticipated costs rather than individual service bills. The legislation requires the department to set fair payment rates, establish rules to prevent conflicts of interest, and create a process for resolving disputes between clinics and managed care organizations. Starting in 2028, the bill also mandates that any new clinic sites receive state approval to ensure services are distributed evenly and to avoid oversaturation in specific areas. Additionally, the law prioritizes applications from existing community mental health programs and requires that new sites be operated directly by or under the governance of these programs. The bill includes provisions for penalties against clinics that violate rules and notes that implementation depends on the legislature appropriating sufficient funds.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health insurers in Michigan to treat the closure or removal of a health system from their network as a significant event affecting coverage. It allows individuals with group disability insurance to cancel their policies without penalty if a network health system is shut down or dropped, and it mandates that insurers offer replacement coverage to those displaced by such changes. Additionally, the law ensures that any deductibles or out-of-pocket maximums paid under the original policy are credited toward the new policy. A "health system" is defined broadly to include hospitals, physician practices, and other related healthcare facilities under common ownership or control.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs Michigan state agencies to align their policies with federal requirements for certified community behavioral health clinics, preventing any state rules from conflicting with federal standards. It also establishes a process to identify new clinic locations in specific areas to prevent overlapping service regions while maintaining cooperation with the federal government. The legislation includes a provision that allows the state legislature to vote on whether to stop participating in the federal program, with a mandatory 12-month waiting period before clinics can be shut down if such a vote occurs.

Maddy summaryThis resolution officially designates June 2026 as Dairy Month in Michigan to recognize the state's significant dairy industry. The measure highlights the sector's economic contributions, including its role in food production, job creation, and public health through nutritious dairy products. By adopting this symbolic declaration, the legislature aims to celebrate the achievements of local dairy farmers and processors while promoting awareness of the nutritional benefits of dairy consumption.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health professionals caring for infants diagnosed with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder to refer the child's parent or guardian to Early On Michigan, a program that supports families with young children with developmental disabilities. It defines fetal alcohol spectrum disorder as a range of conditions resulting from prenatal alcohol exposure, including fetal alcohol syndrome and related neurodevelopmental disorders. The legislation applies to health professionals managing infant care and directs them to connect families with Early On Michigan services upon diagnosis. The bill also authorizes the state department to create rules necessary to implement these referral requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires healthcare providers in Michigan to refer specific patients to a state-designated diagnostic center for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. The rule applies to two groups: minors being treated for conditions linked to prenatal alcohol exposure and pregnant women whom providers know or suspect are drinking alcohol. Healthcare professionals who meet these criteria must direct patients to a center of excellence identified by the Department of Health and Human Services. The legislation amends the state's public health code to establish this mandatory referral process.

Maddy summaryHB 4865 requires baby food manufacturers in Michigan to test each product lot for heavy metals (arsenic, cadmium, lead, mercury) starting January 1, 2026. Manufacturers must use accredited labs to test samples to a minimum sensitivity of 6 micrograms per kilogram and report results to the state. Starting January 1, 2027, manufacturers must post test results online via webpages and include QR codes on product labels linking to this information. Products exceeding safety limits must be recalled or disposed of, directly affecting baby food producers and increasing transparency for consumers.