2023 House Bill 5171

Human services: medical services; coverage for mental health screenings for new mothers; require.

A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled “The social welfare act,” by amending section 109 (MCL 400.109), as amended by 2022 PA 98.

Includes post-partum mental health services as covered under the Social Welfare Act.

Introduced in the House

Introduced by Rep. Kristian Grant (D-82) and 18 co-sponsors

Referred to the Committee on Health Policy

Reported with substitute H-1

Substitute H-1 concurred in by voice vote

Passed in the House 97 to 12 (details)

Motion to give immediate effect by Rep. Jimmie Wilson (D-32)

The motion prevailed by voice vote

Referred to the Committee on Health Policy