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Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills to Lower Costs Protect Access to

(Just Now) WEBThe bills will protect the Healthy Michigan Plan, save taxpayer dollars, and increase access to health care . LANSING, Mich. – Yesterday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation to protect the Healthy Michigan Plan and provide access to quality, affordable health care for more than one million Michiganders.

https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news/press-releases/2023/07/19/whitmer-signs-bipartisan-bills-to-lower-costs-protect-access-to-affordable-health-care

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Whitmer Signs Legislation Protecting Health Care for Millions of

(1 days ago) WEBLANSING, Mich. - Today, Governor Whitmer signed legislation protecting the Affordable Care Act (ACA), which ensures affordable health care coverage for millions of Michiganders and their families, and makes it harder for the federal government or Supreme Court to repeal the ACA and claw back healthcare access like they did with …

https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news/press-releases/2023/10/19/whitmer-signs-legislation-protecting-health-care-for-millions-of-michiganders

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Governor Whitmer Signs Bill Aimed at Lowering Prescription Drug …

(4 days ago) WEBDecember 8, 2023 10:00 AM. Tweet. Other bills protect vulnerable adults, keep religious communities safe, and more. LANSING, Mich.—Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed bills lowering the cost of prescription drugs, protecting vulnerable adults, safeguarding religious institutions and communities, and more. “These bills are an …

https://www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/blog/governor-whitmer-signs-bill-aimed-at-lowering-prescription-drug-costs

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Gov. Whitmer signs mental health parity bill into law - WNEM

(5 days ago) WEBPublished: May. 21, 2024 at 5:47 PM EDT. MICHIGAN (WNEM) - Gov. Gretchen Whitmer put pen to paper on a new piece of legislation requiring insurers to cover mental health and substance abuse at the

https://www.wnem.com/2024/05/21/gov-whitmer-signs-mental-health-parity-bill-into-law/

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Gov. Whitmer signs bill package expanding protections for health …

(7 days ago) WEBLANSING, Mich. (WNDU) - Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed two bills into law on Wednesday to better protect those working in health care. House Bill 4520 and 4521 both increase fines

https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/gov-whitmer-signs-bill-package-expanding-protections-for-health-care-workers/ar-AA1l6tGl

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Whitmer signs bill requiring equal mental health coverage

(2 days ago) WEB0:00. 1:18. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation Tuesday expanding requirements for insurance providers in Michigan to provide coverage for mental health and substance abuse disorder treatment

https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/2024/05/21/michigan-mental-health-coverage-parity-medical-insurance/73785493007/

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Gov. Whitmer signs bill to expand mental health insurance …

(8 days ago) WEBUpdated on: May 21, 2024 / 4:27 PM EDT / CBS Detroit. (CBS DETROIT) - Treatment for mental health and substance use disorders can add up quickly. A new bill signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on

https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/gretchen-whitmer-signs-bill-to-expand-mental-health-insurance-coverage/

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Whitmer signs bills aiming to protect healthcare workers

(Just Now) WEBWhat will West Michiganders decide at the ballot box on May 7, 2024? Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed two bills Wednesday to protect healthcare workers and help bolster the state's healthcare workforce.

https://www.wzzm13.com/article/news/local/michigan/healthcare-worker-protection-whitmer-bills-signed/69-b724d046-dec8-49f6-aa07-fc0bc40e105a

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Law gives equitable coverage for mental health, substance abuse

(7 days ago) WEBUpdated:12:15 PM EDT May 24, 2024. LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed new legislation Tuesday that will provide more equitable insurance coverage of mental health and

https://www.wzzm13.com/article/news/politics/michigan-politics/governor-whitmer-signs-bill-provide-equal-insurance-coverage-for-mental-health-substance-abuse/69-4154712d-1bc7-4810-9009-159307c21e6e

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Whitmer signs bill requiring insurers to provide equal mental …

(3 days ago) WEBHealth insurance providers will now have to cover mental health and substance abuse disorder treatments like other physical health services after Whitmer signed a bill into law on Tuesday.

https://www.wxyz.com/news/whitmer-signs-bill-requiring-insurers-to-provide-equal-mental-health-coverage

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Gov. Whitmer Signs Bills to Lower Health Care Costs for Cancer

(4 days ago) WEBThe legislation also establishes limits for co-pays. “I’m proud to sign legislation that lowers health care costs for Michiganders and ensures they get the care they need,” said Governor Whitmer. “Since I took office, I have signed bipartisan legislation to hold pharmacy benefit managers accountable, increase price …

https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news/press-releases/2023/10/24/whitmer-signs-bills-to-lower-health-care-costs-for-cancer-treatment-keep-michiganders-safe

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Gov. Whitmer signs bills aimed at protecting healthcare workers

(5 days ago) WEBWEYI - Whitmer bill signing 120623.JPG. LANSING, Mich. — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation Wednesday morning that would increase fines for those who assault health professionals and

https://wwmt.com/news/state/healthcare-workers-nurses-protection-legislation-bills-governor-gretchen-whitmer-michigan-health-lansing-student-loan

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Whitmer signs bills designed to lower prescription drug prices in

(8 days ago) WEBThe bills are based on recommendations from the Whitmer's Prescription Drug Task Force. "This bill brings much-needed transparency to our health care system and is a testament to what we can do

https://www.abc12.com/news/health/whitmer-signs-bills-designed-to-lower-prescription-drug-prices-in-michigan/article_66ea21ce-94be-11ec-a820-4b01ef631346.html

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Michigan closes 'loopholes' with signing of mental health - WWMT

(Just Now) WEBA new Michigan law is aiming to close "loopholes" to make sure mental health and substance abuse disorder patients get the care they need. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (center) signed Senate Bill 27 on

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The Politics of Health Care and the 2024 Election KFF

(8 days ago) WEBThis Health Policy 101 chapter explores how health policy in the U.S. is linked to politics, with the direction of policy influenced by who is in power. Health care is often a major issue in

https://www.kff.org/health-policy-101-the-politics-of-health-care-and-the-2024-election/

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Chairman Smith Opening Statement – Markup of Health Care …

(9 days ago) WEBThe legislation today from Chairman Arrington expands the designation to hospitals that have closed since 2014. Because of this bill, more Americans will have the opportunity to get life-saving care in their hometown. “Together, these policies will achieve a giant leap forward in addressing the lack of access to health care in America’s

https://waysandmeans.house.gov/2024/05/08/chairman-smith-opening-statement-markup-of-health-care-legislation/

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Whitmer Signs Bill Aimed at Lowering Prescription Drug Costs

(4 days ago) WEBGovernor Whitmer Signs Bill Aimed at Lowering Prescription Drug Costs. Other bills protect vulnerable adults, keep religious communities safe, and more. Affordable Health Care . Since taking office, Governor Whitmer has worked to prioritize the health and well-being of every Michigander by ensuring access to quality, affordable …

https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news/press-releases/2023/12/08/whitmer-signs-bill-aimed-at-lowering-prescription-drug-costs

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Senators See Possible Conflicts of Interest in Health Care Pricing

(9 days ago) WEBSenators See Possible Conflicts of Interest in Health Care Pricing Tools. A data analytics firm that helps insurers collect big fees while leaving some patients with unpaid bills has been summoned

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/28/us/senate-multiplan-health-care-pricing.html

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Auto crash survivors and care providers come to Mackinac Island, …

(1 days ago) WEBThe group was small and half-mile downhill from the Mackinac Policy Conference where lawmakers are meeting to talk decision-making, but auto crash survivors and advocates arrived at Mackinac Island Wednesday to call for the Legislature to fix a policy signed at the conference five years ago. In 2019, Democratic Gov. Gretchen …

https://michiganadvance.com/2024/05/29/auto-crash-survivors-and-care-providers-come-to-mackinac-island-ask-lawmakers-take-up-bills/

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For 2028 prospects, abortion is a test-run for a national message

(6 days ago) WEBHealth Care. For 2028 prospects, abortion is a test-run for a national message he signed legislation to allow some doctors from Arizona to become temporarily licensed in California to perform

https://www.politico.com/news/2024/05/28/abortion-2028-presidential-prospects-00159955

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Whitmer Signs Legislation to Secure Jobs Support Health Care …

(4 days ago) WEB“I’m proud to sign this bipartisan legislation to grow our economy, protect public health, and lower costs for families,” said Governor Whitmer.. “We are coming together to recruit and retain health care workers, invest in regional economic development and infrastructure tosecure thousands of good-paying American manufacturing jobs, and …

https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news/press-releases/2023/03/08/whitmer-signs-legislation-to-secure-jobs-support-health-care-workers-lower-costs

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(House Bill 461) Health State Advisory Council on Quality Care …

(7 days ago) WEBArticle – Health – General. 5–608.1. (b) (1) (ii) The “Medical Orders for Life–Sustaining Treatment” form and the instructions for its completion and use shall be developed in consultation with: 3. The State Advisory Council on [Quality Care at the End of Life] SERIOUS ILLNESS CARE; and. Subtitle 16.

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2024RS/Chapters_noln/CH_915_hb0461t.pdf

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Whitmer Sign Bills Supporting Health Professionals and More

(4 days ago) WEBTo date, Governor Whitmer has signed over 795 bipartisan bills into law. "Today's bill signing builds on our momentum bringing Democrats and Republicans together to get things done for Michiganders," said Governor Gretchen Whitmer. "These bills supporting health professionals in medically underserved communities, combatting …

https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news/press-releases/2022/03/23/whitmer-signs-bills-supporting-health-professionals-and-more

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Gov Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills to Strengthen Health Services …

(9 days ago) WEBLANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation that aims to establish a licensure framework for dietitian nutritionists. The governor also signed legislation that delivers ongoing funding for trial courts across the state, reducing costs for local municipalities. “Today’s commonsense, bipartisan bills will improve

https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news/press-releases/2024/04/30/gov-whitmer-signs-bipartisan-bills-to-strengthen-health-services-and-criminal-justice

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Gov Whitmer Signs Bill to Ensure Equal Insurance

(2 days ago) WEB“The signage of Senate Bill 27--Michigan's first mental health parity law that reiterates the verbiage of the Federal Mental Health Parity and Addictions Act of 2008--is a signal to all of us in this state that the tide is turning,” said Marianne Huff, President and CEO, Mental Health Association of Michigan. “In other words, mental

https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news/press-releases/2024/05/21/gov-whitmer-signs-bill-to-ensure-equal-insurance

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Gov. Whitmer Signs Bills to Ensure Michigan Children have Access …

(4 days ago) WEB“These bills will prioritize the health and safety of our children by testing dental health at a young age,” said Governor Whitmer. “Since I took office, we have expanded access and lowered the cost of health care. Let’s keep working together to make sure every child is safe, healthy and can build a bright future in Michigan.”

https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news/press-releases/2023/12/13/whitmer-signs-bills-to-ensure-michigan-children-have-access-to-a-dental-check-up-before-kindergarten

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Gov. Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills to Cut Red Tape & Lower Costs …

(Just Now) WEBLANSING, Mich.—. Today, Governor Whitmer signed unanimous, bipartisan legislation that cuts red tape and lowers costs for families that are transferring assets, like a vehicle or watercraft, when a family member has passed. The new law will ensure values of the title transfers are aligned with the cost of living so that families are not left

https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news/press-releases/2024/02/21/signs-bipartisan

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S MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH …

(8 days ago) WEBImprove health outcomes for people who use drugs – prevalence of co - occurring conditions* Treatment. Reduction in those needing but not receiving Treatment (survey) Expand access to treatment modalities for substance use – increase proportion of 24-hr Tx. Improve quality of care and increase treatment retention – increase quality of care

https://www.michigan.gov/opioids/-/media/Project/Websites/opioids/documents/OTF-docs/March-2024-13-Approved-Minutes.pdf?rev=591b4ebf210f4e8f9fe49cd428ad19ab&hash=1963A2DD96E0283E9E44EADD79DD5944

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Additional influenza A (H5) case detected in Michigan

(6 days ago) WEBAdditional influenza A (H5) case detected in Michigan. May 30, 2024. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is announcing an additional case of influenza A (H5) in a Michigan farmworker, who worked closely with influenza A (H5) positive cows. This worker was employed at a different farm than the case …

https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/inside-mdhhs/newsroom/2024/05/30/h5n1-updates

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Governor Whitmer Announces Bold New Housing and Energy …

(9 days ago) WEBFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. May 29, 2024. Contact: [email protected]. Governor Whitmer Announces Bold New Housing and Energy Initiatives to Lower Costs for Michigan. Michigan increases housing goal and announces programs to lower home energy costs for 28,000 families, helping more Michiganders reach their dreams of owning a …

https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news/press-releases/2024/05/29/governor-whitmer-announces-bold-new-housing-and-energy-initiative

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