State Bills: Michigan

Medical certification process modifications for death records

Michigan HB4077 amends sections 2804, 2843, 2843b, 2844, and 16221 of the Public Health Code (1978 PA 368, MCL 333.2804 et seq.) to modify the medical certification process for death records. The bill received unanimous Senate passage (36-0) and near-unanimous House passage (106-2) before being signed by the Governor with immediate effect.

HB4836 opt-out option for workforce readiness assessment signed

HB4836 opt-out option for workforce readiness assessment signed

Michigan Medical Examiner Investigation Requirements

Michigan HB4078 was signed into law by Governor Gretchen Whitmer on March 18, 2026, amending the Michigan Public Health Code (1953 PA 181) to modify medical examiner investigation requirements for determining cause and manner of death. The bill affects MCL sections 52.202 and 52.203, has tie bar provisions with HB 4077'25, and passed with strong bipartisan support (106-2 House, 36-0 Senate).

Michigan Kids Code Act Creates Online Protections for Minors

Michigan Senate passed SB 0758, the Kids Code Act, establishing comprehensive online protections for minors. The legislation creates a new act governing internet communications and child safety online. The bill was introduced by Senators Hertel, McMorrow, and Geiss and passed the Senate chamber.

Companion Chatbot Prohibition to Minors

Michigan Senate passed SB0760 on March 25, 2026, creating a new act that prohibits the availability of companion chatbots to minors. The bill, sponsored by Senators Polehanki and Geiss, establishes business regulations around AI chatbot services affecting technology companies and online service providers offering such products to consumers under 18. The legislation passed the committee unanimously (5-0).

Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Update

Michigan HB5455 was signed into law on April 14, 2026, with immediate effect, amending the Michigan Public Health Code (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding section 16189. The bill updates Michigan's participation in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, enabling licensed physicians to obtain expedited licensure in other compact member states.

Modifications to Downtown Development Authorities Definition

Michigan Senate Bill 0581 was signed into law on April 14, 2026, amending Section 201 of 2018 PA 57 (MCL 125.4201) to modify the definition of downtown district for purposes of downtown development authorities. The bill expands eligibility criteria for areas to qualify as downtown districts, enabling more Michigan municipalities to establish or expand tax increment financing districts. The legislation received immediate effect upon signing.