Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: Passed Senate 1 D cosponsors

SB 976 — Insurance: health insurers; health insurance policy; include provision related to Michigan health insurance exchange act. Amends sec. 2212a of 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.2212a). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0973'26

Last action — referred to Committee on Insurance

  1. ✓
    Introduced
  2. ✓
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced June 18, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.

Next likely step: consideration and a floor vote in the House.

Odds of enactment

Moderate chance

Based on the sponsor, cosponsors, and committee posture, this bill has a moderate chance of becoming law.

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Prognosis

Advancing 48% · moderate confidence

  • Passed Senate

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 1 sponsor

    1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (1 D).

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 1 recorded vote so far.

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In plain language

This bill amends provisions related to health insurance policies and the Michigan health insurance exchange act.

The bill modifies existing health insurance policy regulations to include specific provisions about the Michigan health insurance exchange. It is linked to another legislative measure.

Summary

Insurance: health insurers; health insurance policy; include provision related to Michigan health insurance exchange act. Amends sec. 2212a of 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.2212a). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0973'26

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

7 added · 6 removed

Plain-language change summary

In the latest version of Bill SB 976, several lines have been added while some have been removed. The additions clarify specific provisions of the bill, making it easier for all stakeholders to understand their implications. This is important because clearer language can lead to better compliance and understanding among those affected by the law. By removing outdated or confusing text, the bill aims to be more effective and user-friendly.

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SENATE BILL NO.
SB-976, As Passed Senate, June 18, 2026 SENATE BILL NO.
DAW S02328'25_SB0976_INTR_1 a20eqd 1 (a) Uniform definitions of standard insurance terms and medical terms so that a consumer may compare health coverage and understand the terms of, or exceptions to, the consumer's coverage, in accordance with the most recent guidance issued by the United States Department of Health and Human Services.
DAW S02328'25_SB976_APS_1 1ifc9d 1 (a) Uniform definitions of standard insurance terms and medical terms so that a consumer may compare health coverage and understand the terms of, or exceptions to, the consumer's coverage, in accordance with the most recent guidance issued by the United States Department of Health and Human Services.
DAW S02328'25_SB0976_INTR_1 a20eqd 1 (l) For insurers that use a formulary in providing prescription drug coverage, instructions for obtaining information on prescription drug coverage.
DAW S02328'25_SB976_APS_1 1ifc9d 1 (l) For insurers that use a formulary in providing prescription drug coverage, instructions for obtaining information on prescription drug coverage.
(a) The current provider network in the service area, including names and locations of affiliated or participating providers by specialty or type of practice, a statement of DAW S02328'25_SB0976_INTR_1 a20eqd 1 limitations of accessibility and referrals to specialists, and a disclosure of which providers will not accept new subscribers.
(a) The current provider network in the service area, including names and locations of affiliated or participating providers by specialty or type of practice, a statement of DAW S02328'25_SB976_APS_1 1ifc9d 1 limitations of accessibility and referrals to specialists, and a disclosure of which providers will not accept new subscribers.
(i) Whether a fee-for-service arrangement exists, under which the provider is paid a specified amount for each covered service DAW S02328'25_SB0976_INTR_1 a20eqd 1 rendered to the participant.
(i) Whether a fee-for-service arrangement exists, under which the provider is paid a specified amount for each covered service DAW S02328'25_SB976_APS_1 1ifc9d 1 rendered to the participant.
(b) Except as otherwise provided in this subdivision or except as provided in sections 3406 to 3452, exceptions and reductions of indemnity are set forth in the policy and are printed, at the insurer's option, with the benefit provision to which they apply or DAW S02328'25_SB0976_INTR_1 a20eqd 1 under an appropriate caption such as "EXCEPTIONS" or "EXCEPTIONS AND REDUCTIONS".
(b) Except as otherwise provided in this subdivision or except as provided in sections 3406 to 3452, exceptions and reductions of indemnity are set forth in the policy and are printed, at the insurer's option, with the benefit provision to which they apply or DAW S02328'25_SB976_APS_1 1ifc9d 1 under an appropriate caption such as "EXCEPTIONS" or "EXCEPTIONS AND REDUCTIONS".
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Action History

  1. 6/18/2026 - referred to Committee on Insurance

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 146 not signed on · 16 voted No

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (146)

146 members have not signed on to this bill.

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"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.

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Votes

PASSED ROLL CALL # 146 YEAS 20 NAYS 16 EXCUSED 2 NOT VOTING 0

Passed 20 Yea · 16 Nay · 2 Other
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Democrat 20000
Republican 01602
Total 201602
% of votes cast 53%42%0%5%
How each member voted (38)
Member Party Vote
Chedrick Greene Democrat Yea
Darrin Camilleri Democrat Yea
Dayna Polehanki Democrat Yea
Erika Geiss Democrat Yea
Jeff Irwin Democrat Yea
Jeremy Moss Democrat Yea
John Cherry Democrat Yea
Kevin Hertel Democrat Yea
Mallory McMorrow Democrat Yea
Mary Cavanagh Democrat Yea
Paul Wojno Democrat Yea
Rosemary Bayer Democrat Yea
Sam Singh Democrat Yea
Sarah Anthony Democrat Yea
Sean McCann Democrat Yea
Stephanie Chang Democrat Yea
Sue Shink Democrat Yea
Sylvia Santana Democrat Yea
Veronica Klinefelt Democrat Yea
Winnie Brinks Democrat Yea
Aric Nesbitt Republican Nay
Dan Lauwers Republican Nay
Edward McBroom Republican Nay
Jim Runestad Republican Not Voting
John Damoose Republican Nay
Jon Bumstead Republican Nay
Jonathan Lindsey Republican Nay
Joseph Bellino Jr. Republican Nay
Kevin Daley Republican Nay
Lana Theis Republican Nay
Mark Huizenga Republican Nay
Michael Webber Republican Nay
Michele Hoitenga Republican Nay
Rick Outman Republican Nay
Roger Hauck Republican Nay
Roger Victory Republican Not Voting
Ruth Johnson Republican Nay
Thomas Albert Republican Nay

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Subjects

healthcare health-insurance
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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 976 do?
Insurance: health insurers; health insurance policy; include provision related to Michigan health insurance exchange act. Amends sec. 2212a of 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.2212a). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0973'26
Who sponsors SB 976?
SB 976 is sponsored by Paul Wojno (Democrat).
What is the current status of SB 976?
This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced June 18, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.
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