A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 20201 and 21734 (MCL 333.20201 and 333.21734), section 20201 as amended by 2016 PA 499 and section 21734 as amended by 2022 PA 187.
The legislation amends the Public Health Code to strengthen patient rights and safety in health facilities and nursing homes, emphasizing non-discrimination, privacy, and autonomy, while also regulating the use of restraints and bed rails.
Introduced
by
Referred to the Committee on Health Policy
