Rep. Bill Schuette

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the Prudent Purchaser Act in Michigan to clarify that substance use disorder treatment programs exempt from licensure are still considered health facilities under the law. The change updates the definition of "health facility" in the statute to explicitly include programs that are either licensed or exempt from licensure under specific public health codes. This adjustment ensures these programs are recognized within the legal framework governing health care provider agreements and purchasing arrangements. The bill is tied to companion legislation HB 5729 and would take effect only if that related bill is also enacted.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires most programs offering substance use disorder prevention, treatment, or rehabilitation services in Michigan to obtain a license from the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, with exceptions for hospitals, psychiatric facilities, crisis stabilization units, and certain long-standing nonprofit organizations. It directs the department to create a licensing unit and establish uniform rules covering program organization, staffing, facilities, financial audits, and quality control measures. The legislation also sets a one-year license term, mandates department inspections every three years, and allows waivers for programs accredited by recognized health facility accrediting bodies.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Overdose Fatality Review Act to update the definition of "substance use disorder treatment provider" to include organizations that are exempt from licensure requirements. The change ensures that programs providing FDA-approved medications for substance use disorders are recognized under the law even if they do not hold a traditional state license. The bill directly affects public health officials and organizations involved in reviewing drug overdose deaths and implementing prevention strategies. It does not create new programs or change how reviews are conducted, but rather clarifies which entities qualify as treatment providers within the existing framework. The legislation is tied to another bill (HB 5729) and will not take effect until that companion bill is also enacted.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's Mental Health Code to update definitions and clarify requirements for health facilities, particularly regarding substance use disorder licensing and crisis stabilization units. It amends existing sections to include crisis stabilization units within the scope of facilities that may be exempt from certain substance use disorder license requirements, while also repealing an outdated section. The legislation primarily affects community mental health services programs, licensed hospitals, and adult foster care facilities by refining how they must be classified and regulated under state law. These changes aim to align the code with current service delivery models without altering the core licensing framework for mental health providers.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Municipal Health Facilities Corporations Act to clarify which substance use disorder service programs are exempt from licensure requirements. It updates the definition of "direct provider of health care" to explicitly include organizations that are exempt from licensure under the Public Health Code, alongside those that are licensed or certified. The change applies to municipal health facilities corporations and their subsidiary entities, ensuring that programs currently operating without a license but meeting specific state exemptions remain compliant with the act. By aligning the definition with existing public health code provisions, the bill removes ambiguity about which substance use disorder programs fall under the corporation's regulatory scope.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's Social Welfare Act to clarify that certain substance use disorder programs exempt from licensure are eligible to provide medically necessary acute detoxification and inpatient care for opioid use disorder. The change updates section 109 of the Social Welfare Act to explicitly include these exempt programs alongside licensed facilities in the list of approved providers for substance use disorder treatment services. The amendment does not alter existing requirements for licensed facilities but ensures that unlicensed programs meeting specific criteria can access Medicaid funding for these services. The bill is tied with HB 5729 and was introduced in March 2026 by Representative Mike Harris.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's adult foster care facility licensing act to clarify how substance use disorder treatment programs are classified under the law. It specifically updates definitions in the statute to include facilities that are exempt from licensure as substance use disorder services programs, ensuring they are properly recognized within the adult foster care framework. The changes affect licensing requirements and regulatory oversight for homes and facilities that provide both foster care and substance use disorder treatment services. By modifying existing sections of the act, the bill aligns the licensing rules with current practices for co-occurring care programs without changing the core licensing standards themselves.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows candidates for the offices of governor and U.S. Senator in Michigan to avoid collecting nominating petitions by paying a nonrefundable filing fee of $15,000 to the Secretary of State. Under the new provisions, candidates who choose this option must adhere to the same withdrawal rules as those who submit petitions, meaning they cannot withdraw their candidacy unless they move out of state or become physically unfit. The legislation also updates deadlines for filing petitions, requiring them to be submitted by the fifteenth Tuesday before the August primary starting in 2014. Any fees collected under this plan are deposited into the state's general fund.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to clarify the deadline by which the Department of Environmental Quality must request changes to wetland permit applications. Specifically, it states that the department cannot require changes to an application after a site visit occurs once the application has been deemed administratively complete. The legislation also outlines specific application fees based on project size and type, ranging from $50 for general permits to $2,000 for major projects like filling large wetlands or building new golf courses. Additionally, the bill provides for fee refunds if a permit is denied or found unnecessary and allows for conditional permits in emergency situations to protect public safety. These changes directly affect individuals and organizations seeking permits to develop or use wetlands in the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Credit Union Act to allow foreign credit unions, excluding federal ones, to operate within the state with the commissioner's written approval. To receive this approval, these institutions must meet specific criteria, including financial solvency, membership insurance from a federal or qualified private source, and supervision by their home authority, while also agreeing to charge interest rates no higher than those allowed for domestic credit unions and comply with local consumer protection laws. The legislation also requires foreign credit unions to designate a local agent for legal service, file necessary reports, and permit state examinations, provided their home jurisdiction allows reciprocal business for Michigan credit unions. This change is contingent upon the enactment of four other related bills, and it does not exempt foreign credit unions from any existing state laws that apply to them.