This 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.
This bill requires retailers in Michigan to round down the final price of cash transactions to the nearest five cents, a rule that applies to most items sold in stores but excludes taxes. It also mandates that the total price of an item be clearly displayed at the place of sale, though this requirement does not apply to goods sold by weight, vending machines, prepared food, or certain small items like gum and greeting cards. The legislation updates existing definitions to clarify terms such as "consumer item" and "automatic checkout system" to ensure consistent application of these pricing and display standards.
This bill proposes declaring June 2026 as Nuclear Family Month in Michigan to highlight the importance of households consisting of a married couple and their children. The resolution does not create any new laws or change existing policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to encourage communities and families to reflect on strengthening marital bonds and supporting parents. By designating this month, the bill aims to raise awareness about the perceived benefits of traditional family structures for child well-being and societal stability.
HB 6035 is a budget bill that allocates state funds to various Michigan departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. It establishes the legal authority for these agencies to spend the money and sets specific conditions that must be met for the expenditures to occur. The legislation directly impacts state government operations by defining how much money is available for the upcoming year.
This 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.
SB 785 amends Michigan's school aid law to allocate $200 million from the state school aid fund and $1.6 million from the general fund for the 2025-2026 school year to support free breakfast and lunch programs. It requires participating public and nonpublic schools (serving pre-K through 12th grade) to provide meals at no cost to all students, maximize federal reimbursement through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), and implement policies to determine student eligibility. The bill covers the gap between federal meal reimbursement rates and actual costs, including additional funding for the Great Start Readiness Program. Schools must also offer dietary accommodations (like gluten-free meals) and prioritize Michigan-sourced food where practical.
SB 784 creates a statewide program providing free breakfast and lunch to all public school students in grades pre-K through 12, plus students up to age 26 enrolled in special education programs (including the Michigan School for the Deaf). Participating schools must join the federal National School Lunch Program, offer meals at no cost to all students, maximize federal reimbursement through the Community Eligibility Provision, and forgive any outstanding meal debt. The bill also requires schools to accommodate documented dietary needs due to disabilities and encourages policies to help families complete income forms for eligibility. This policy changes existing meal programs by making them universal for eligible students without requiring individual income verification.
HB 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.
SB 1012 modifies Michigan's election laws to change how candidates for secretary of state and attorney general are nominated by political parties. Beginning in 2027, these offices will require a general primary election where voters select candidates, whereas lieutenant governor nominations will continue to be decided solely at party conventions. To appear on the primary ballot for secretary of state or attorney general, candidates must collect nominating petitions signed by at least 100 registered voters in half of the state's congressional districts. The bill also adjusts the deadlines for withdrawing nominations and transferring administrative duties regarding ballot descriptions from the secretary of state to a new director of elections.
SB 986 amends Michigan's General Sales Tax Act to clarify how the 2% additional sales tax applies to residential utility bills for electricity, gas, and home heating fuels. The bill requires large utility providers with 100,000 or more customers to prorate usage calculations based on days after April 30, 1994, while smaller providers have the option to either prorate or apply the tax starting with the first bill covering usage after that date. This legislative change directly affects utility companies and their residential customers by standardizing the timing and calculation of sales tax on essential energy services. The amendment aims to ensure consistent application of the tax across different provider sizes while maintaining the exemption for residential use of these utilities.
Senate Bill 987 amends Michigan's use tax law to maintain the exemption of electricity, natural gas, and home heating fuels from the additional 2% use tax for residential use. This change ensures that households continue to pay only the standard sales tax rate on these essential utilities rather than the higher rate. The bill directly affects Michigan residents by preserving the current tax treatment of residential energy consumption. Introduced by Senator Jonathan Lindsey on May 20, 2026, the legislation is currently under review by the Committee on Government Operations.
This bill establishes an interstate agreement allowing school psychologists to practice in multiple states with a single license, aiming to improve access to mental health services in schools. Under the new rules, qualified professionals from one member state can obtain equivalent licensure in other states without facing redundant requirements, while still adhering to local safety and scope-of-practice laws. The legislation also creates a governing commission to oversee the program and includes specific provisions to support military members and their spouses who relocate frequently. By streamlining the licensing process, the bill seeks to address workforce shortages and ensure that students receive services from appropriately qualified experts across state lines.
