SB0297

Health facilities: hospitals; mandatory overtime for nurses; prohibit except under certain circumstances. Amends sec. 20165 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.20165) & adds sec. 17233. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0296'25

Chamber Passed·4/15/26

Michigan SB0297 prohibits mandatory overtime for nurses except under specific circumstances.

Michigan SB0297 amends the Public Health Code to protect nurses from mandatory overtime, except in cases where patient health, welfare, or safety is at risk. It specifies that a nurse's refusal to work beyond their scheduled hours cannot be grounds for disciplinary action. The bill also outlines penalties for hospitals that violate these provisions, including fines and potential license denials.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 21–16 · Apr 15
Current
Government Operations Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

21 Yea

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16 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 19

9:00 AM

Senate Regulatory Affairs

Feb 11

10:45 AM

Senate Regulatory Affairs

History

Apr 15

Senate

Passed Roll Call # 53 Yeas 21 Nays 16 Excused 0 Not Voting 0

Apr 15

House

Received On 04/15/2026

Apr 15

House

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