HB5826

Health: occupations; licensing sanctions for compliance with death with dignity act; prohibit under certain circumstances. Amends secs. 17752 & 20175 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.17752 & 333.20175) & adds 16221c. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5825'26

Introduced·4/21/26
Introduced Text

Michigan HB5826 amends health licensing laws to prohibit disciplinary actions for compliance with the Death with Dignity Act.

Michigan HB5826 amends sections 17752 and 20175 of the Michigan Public Health Code, adding a new section 16221c. It prohibits the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs from investigating or taking disciplinary action against a health professional for participating in good-faith compliance with the Death with Dignity Act. The bill also specifies record retention periods for medical prescriptions and patient records, with certain exceptions. It mandates that health facilities and agencies report disciplinary actions and maintain confidentiality of patient information.

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History

Apr 22

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 04/21/2026

Apr 21

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Veronica Paiz

Apr 21

House

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