Immigration

in committee · Michigan · House Apr 29, 2025

HB 4386: State agencies (proposed): boards and commissions; commission on Middle Eastern American affairs; establish. Creates new act.

House Bill 4386 proposes to establish the "Commission on Middle Eastern American Affairs" within the state government. This commission would consist of 15 members appointed by the Governor, with expertise or interest in Middle Eastern American concerns in Michigan. Its primary role is to advise the Governor and the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity on policy matters impacting these communities. The commission would also work to promote equal access to state services and education, serve as a reporting agency for anti-Middle Eastern American harassment, and advocate for the culture and contributions of Middle Eastern American communities in the state.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill creates commission to promote equal access to state services/education for Middle Eastern American communities, supporting immigrant integration and service access.80% confidence

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passed both · Michigan · House Jun 10, 2025

HB 4464: Insurance: health insurers; compliance with affordable care act coverage; modify. Amends secs. 3403, 3406z, 3406bb, 3406hh & 3406ii of 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.3403 et seq.).

HB 4464 requires Michigan health insurers to provide dependent coverage until age 26 without discrimination based on a child's birth status, tax filing, or residence. It mandates coverage for newborns from birth (including congenital defects) and prohibits lifetime or annual dollar limits on essential health benefits like emergency care, hospitalization, and maternity services. The bill also requires insurers to cover specific preventive services - such as evidence-based screenings and immunizations recommended by federal guidelines - without cost-sharing for eligible patients. These requirements apply to most individual and small group health insurance plans in Michigan, excluding grandfathered plans, retiree coverage, and short-term policies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates dependent coverage until 26, newborn coverage, preventive services, and prohibits lifetime/annual limits on essential benefits, expanding access and protections in health insurance.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits health insurance discrimination based on birth status, protecting immigrant children from coverage denial due to immigration status.80% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands worker benefits by mandating dependent coverage until 26, newborn coverage, and prohibiting lifetime limits on essential services like maternity care.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · Michigan · House May 13, 2025

HB 4473: State: identification cards; real ID-compliant official state personal identification cards; prohibit the secretary of state from issuing. Amends sec. 1 of 1972 PA 222 (MCL 28.291).

House Bill 4473 proposes to amend existing Michigan law regarding official state personal identification cards. The bill specifically prohibits the Secretary of State from issuing state personal identification cards that comply with Title II of the federal Real ID Act of 2005. This means that official state personal identification cards issued in Michigan would not meet federal Real ID standards. This change directly affects Michigan residents who apply for or hold state identification cards.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationPrevents state ID compliance with Real ID, reducing state enforcement of federal immigration documentation requirements.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs

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in committee · Michigan · House Jun 25, 2025

HR 135: A resolution to urge the United States Congress, the President of the United States, and the Secretary of the United States Department of Health and Human Services to take all necessary actions to support and ensure the provision of free and accessible COVID-19 vaccines for all.

This resolution urges Congress, the President, and the Health and Human Services Secretary to ensure all Americans can access free COVID-19 vaccines regardless of income, insurance, or immigration status. It highlights ongoing challenges like expired federal funding and misinformation that have created unequal vaccine access since the pandemic began. As a non-binding resolution, it does not change policy but calls for action to maintain universal vaccine availability as a public health priority.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareUrges universal free vaccine access regardless of income/insurance/status, directly expanding healthcare access and protecting patient rights as a public health priority.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationExplicitly states vaccine access 'regardless of immigration status,' protecting immigrant access to healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 12, 2025

HB 4194: State: identification cards; citizenship or legal presence requirement for obtaining a state identification card; remove. Amends secs. 1, 1a & 2 of 1972 PA 222 (MCL 28.291 et seq.).

HB 4194 removes the requirement for non-U.S. citizens to prove legal presence in Michigan to obtain a state identification card. This change directly affects non-citizen residents who currently need to submit immigration documents to apply for a state ID. The bill amends Michigan law to eliminate this verification step, allowing eligible non-citizens to access state IDs without proving immigration status. The policy change applies only to state ID cards, not driver's licenses or other documents.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRemoves citizenship requirement for state ID, enabling non-citizens to access ID without proving legal status, supporting immigrant services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Driver Licenses & IDs

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failed · Michigan · House Mar 20, 2025

HB 4195: Traffic control: driver license; citizenship or legal presence requirement for obtaining a driver license; remove. Amends secs. 50a, 51a, 232, 302, 303, 307 & 314 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.50a et seq.).

HB 4195 would remove the requirement that Michigan driver's license applicants prove U.S. citizenship or legal immigration status. It amends key sections of the Michigan Vehicle Code (specifically 257.50a, 257.51a, and others) to eliminate this eligibility barrier. The bill would directly affect residents seeking to obtain or renew a driver's license in Michigan, allowing anyone legally residing in the state to apply without verifying immigration status. This change would update the state's licensing process to remove the previous citizenship or legal presence requirement.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRemoves immigration status requirement for driver's licenses, increasing access to state services for immigrants without verification barriers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization DACA & Dreamers Driver Licenses & IDs

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in committee · Michigan · House Jun 12, 2025

HR 132: A resolution to urge the federal government to reinstate the United States Refugee Admissions Program.

This House resolution (HR 132) urges the federal government to reinstate the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP), which was suspended indefinitely by President Trump's January 2025 executive order. It directly affects refugees currently blocked from entering the U.S. due to the suspension, citing court challenges and a 2024 report noting refugees undergo the most rigorous screening of any immigrant group. The resolution does not create new law but formally requests federal action to resume refugee admissions. It was introduced on June 12, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationUrges federal reinstatement of refugee admissions program, directly advancing refugee access and protections through formal congressional request.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Detention Refugees & Asylum

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in committee · Michigan · House Sep 4, 2025

HR 164: A resolution calling for transparency, due process, and further case-by-case review in the immigration cases of Hmong and Laotian refugees in Michigan.

This resolution (HR 164) addresses the July 2025 detentions of 16 Hmong and Laotian refugees in Michigan by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), who were unexpectedly taken into custody during routine check-ins and later deported to Laos without adequate notice or due process. It demands federal transparency regarding the legal basis for these detentions, urges ICE to provide timely legal counsel and family notification for detainees, and calls for case-by-case reviews of individuals with strong Michigan ties. The resolution specifically highlights concerns about rapid transfers across facilities and the lack of a U.S.-Laos repatriation agreement requiring travel documents. It is directed to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Michigan’s congressional delegation, seeking improved oversight and humane treatment.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationDemands due process, legal counsel, and case reviews for detained refugees, protecting their rights against ICE actions without restricting immigration enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Refugees & Asylum

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in committee · Michigan · House Sep 11, 2025

HB 4858: Civil rights: public records; disclosure of certain information without a warrant; prohibit. Creates new act.

HB 4858 would prohibit Michigan state and local government entities from sharing personal information (like names, addresses, Social Security numbers, or criminal history) with anyone seeking it for enforcing federal immigration law, unless a court-issued warrant is presented. Government agencies must verify if a request is for immigration enforcement and deny disclosure without a warrant. The bill requires agencies to report annual requests related to immigration enforcement to the attorney general and legislature. It directly affects local law enforcement, courts, and other government offices that handle public records, as well as federal immigration authorities seeking such data.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits state/local sharing of personal data with federal immigration enforcement without a warrant, directly limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · Michigan · House Sep 11, 2025

HB 4859: Law enforcement: other; immigration enforcement at certain locations; prohibit in certain circumstances. Creates new act.

HB 4859 prohibits law enforcement officers from conducting immigration enforcement actions (like arrests, interviews, or searches) in specific sensitive locations, including schools, places of worship, hospitals, courthouses, and facilities serving vulnerable populations. The bill allows exceptions only if a court orders entry or if an immediate threat to public safety requires action. It directly affects law enforcement officers operating in Michigan and individuals present at these locations, such as students, patients, and worshippers. The law creates clear boundaries for immigration enforcement to protect access to essential services and community spaces.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestricts law enforcement actions in sensitive locations, protecting civil rights and community trust - aligns with criminal justice reform indicators like enhanced police accountability.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits state law enforcement from conducting immigration actions in sensitive locations, limiting cooperation with federal enforcement and protecting immigrants from targeted actions in schools, hospitals, etc.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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