Healthcare

passed · Michigan · Senate Oct 8, 2025

SR 76: A resolution to recognize October 2025 as Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month.

This resolution designates October 2025 as Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month. It recognizes uterine fibroids - non-cancerous growths affecting an estimated 26 million U.S. women - as a significant health issue, particularly highlighting their disproportionate impact on Black and Hispanic women. The resolution urges greater research, data collection, and improved treatment options for this condition. As a symbolic measure, it does not create new laws or funding but aims to increase public awareness and address health disparities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareUrges research, data collection, and improved treatments for uterine fibroids - a significant health issue affecting women, promoting awareness and advocacy without funding.85% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Oct 16, 2025

SB 607: Health: screening; newborn hearing screening for congenital cytomegalovirus; require. Amends sec. 5431 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.5431) & adds sec. 5433.

SB 607 adds congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) screening as a mandatory test for newborns in Michigan, starting March 1, 2028. Health professionals must administer the test using blood, saliva, or urine samples and report positive results to both parents/guardians and the state health department. The bill also requires the department to develop a public education program about CMV transmission and cCMV-related birth defects for pregnant individuals. This directly affects all newborns in Michigan, their families, and healthcare providers who administer or report the screenings.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates newborn cCMV screening and public education, strengthening early detection and public health initiatives for newborns, directly advancing preventive healthcare services.95% confidence

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passed both · Michigan · House Jul 1, 2026

HB 4703: Insurance: health insurers; coverage for group prenatal care services; require. Amends 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.100 - 500.8302) by adding sec. 3406ss.

HB 4703 requires health insurers in Michigan to cover group prenatal care services for policyholders. This directly affects health insurers offering coverage in the state and pregnant individuals seeking prenatal care. The bill defines "group prenatal care services" as evidence-based, group-based visits that include health assessments, social support, education, and peer interaction in a family-centered setting. Insurers must now provide this coverage for group prenatal care under their health insurance policies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurers to cover evidence-based group prenatal care, expanding access to maternal health services and strengthening coverage requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Women's Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Jun 10, 2026

HB 5044: Health occupations: health professionals; policy for the receipt of medically necessary treatment by pupils; require. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1178b.

HB 5044 requires Michigan school districts and public charter schools to create policies by July 2026 allowing students with medically necessary treatment prescribed by healthcare providers to receive that care during school hours. The policy must include parent notices about federal disability rights (under Section 504 and the ADA), establish a 30-day meeting process for treatment requests, and specify when schools can deny requests (only if it causes a "fundamental alteration" or "undue burden"). Schools must also report annual data on treatment requests and denials to the state education department. This directly affects students with medical or mental health conditions requiring in-school care and school staff responsible for implementing the policy.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires school policies enabling medically necessary student treatment during school hours, aligning with disability rights (ADA/Section 504) to protect educational access and participation.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires school policies enabling medically necessary student treatment access during school hours, improving healthcare access and aligning with disability rights protections under ADA/Section 504.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Special Education Student Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 4704: Human services: medical services; coverage for group prenatal care services; require. Amends 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.1 - 400.119b) by adding sec. 109t.

HB 4704 requires Michigan's medical assistance program (like Medicaid) to cover group prenatal care services starting from its effective date. This directly affects pregnant individuals enrolled in Michigan's medical assistance program by making evidence-based group prenatal care available at no extra cost. The bill defines "group prenatal care" as a series of visits in a group setting that includes health assessments, social support, education, and peer interaction in a family-centered environment. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services must add this coverage to the program under Section 109t of the Social Welfare Act.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires Medicaid to cover group prenatal care, expanding access to evidence-based prenatal services without cost to patients.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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passed both · Michigan · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 4791: Health: other; menopause transition awareness program; establish. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 9135.

HB 4791 would require Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services to create a public education program about menopause transitions. The program must cover symptoms, related chronic conditions, treatment options, and screening tools, developed in consultation with medical boards and women's health organizations. It mandates the department to share this information with both the public and healthcare professionals, potentially via its website. This bill, currently in committee review, directly affects Michigan residents - particularly women navigating menopause - and healthcare providers who would receive updated educational resources.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes mandatory public health education program on menopause, improving patient access to health information and provider resources per bill's requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Oct 23, 2025

HB 5108: Health occupations: pharmacists; pharmacist scope of practice; modify. Amends secs. 5111, 17703, 17707, 17708, 17724a, 17744, 17744a, 17751, 17757 & 17763 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.5111 et seq.) & adds sec. 17744h.

HB 5108 modifies Michigan's Public Health Code to expand pharmacists' scope of practice. It adds Section 17744h, allowing pharmacists to prescribe certain medications for minor conditions like strep throat or urinary tract infections without a doctor's referral. The bill also updates existing sections (including 17703, 17707, and 17751) to align with these new prescribing authorities. This directly affects community pharmacists and patients seeking convenient, timely care for common, non-emergency conditions. The changes aim to improve access to basic healthcare services within pharmacy settings.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands pharmacist prescribing authority for minor conditions, improving patient access to timely care without physician referral, directly enhancing healthcare accessibility.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medical Licensing Prescription Drugs

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passed · Michigan · Senate Oct 23, 2025

SR 81: A resolution urging the Congress and the President of the United States to permanently extend the Affordable Care Act Enhanced Premium Tax Credit to help ensure that all individuals and families have equitable access to healthcare.

This resolution urges Congress and the President to permanently extend the Affordable Care Act's Enhanced Premium Tax Credit, which helps low- and middle-income individuals and families afford health insurance premiums through the federal marketplace. It directly affects approximately 21.8 million Americans (including 484,000 Michigan residents) who currently benefit from the credit, which caps premium costs as a percentage of household income. The resolution emphasizes that without permanent extension, millions could face higher costs, risking coverage losses and reduced access to care - particularly for working families, seniors not yet on Medicare, and those with chronic conditions. As a procedural resolution (not a law), it does not change policy but formally requests federal action to maintain this existing affordability mechanism.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends tax credit providing relief to low/middle-income households, directly aligning with tax relief indicators for Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly urges permanent extension of ACA tax credit, ensuring affordability for 21.8M Americans and expanding healthcare access through subsidized premiums.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicare

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in committee · Michigan · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 5136: Human services: medical services; coverage for the prophylaxis, diagnosis, and treatment of certain pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders; require. Amends 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.1 - 400.119b) by adding sec. 109v.

HB 5136 requires Michigan's Medicaid program (medical assistance) to cover preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment for children with PANDAS (pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with strep) and PANS (pediatric acute onset neuropsychiatric syndrome). It mandates no higher copays or deductibles than other Medicaid services, requires timely coverage for urgent cases, and prohibits denials based on prior treatments or different diagnoses. The bill also bans lifetime limits on covered treatments like antibiotics, behavioral therapy, or IVIG therapy. This directly affects Medicaid-enrolled children diagnosed with these specific conditions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates Medicaid coverage for pediatric neuropsychiatric disorders with no higher copays, ensuring expanded access and prohibiting denials, directly advancing healthcare coverage and patient access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Medicaid Mental Health

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passed both · Michigan · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 4790: Health occupations: physicians; continuing education on menopause and related conditions; provide for. Amends secs. 17033 & 17533 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.17033 & 333.17533).

HB 4790 requires Michigan physicians to complete continuing education on menopause and related conditions as part of their mandatory professional development. The bill amends Michigan's Public Health Code (sections 333.17033 and 333.17533) to add these topics to the list of required educational areas. This directly affects all licensed physicians in Michigan who must fulfill continuing education requirements to maintain their licenses. The key provision updates existing rules to ensure physicians receive specific training on menopause care, aiming to improve patient education and treatment options.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates physician continuing education on menopause care, enhancing provider expertise and patient outcomes in women's health services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Public Health

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