Michigan 2017-2018 Regular Session Status: Introduced

SB 105 — Insurance: health insurers; methods of payments and reimbursements for dental benefits; provide for. Amends 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.100 - 500.8302) by adding sec. 3406ss.

Last action — 7/3/2026 - ORDERED ENROLLED

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

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced July 03, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Prognosis

Stalled 30% · moderate confidence

Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

Low

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  • Introduced

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 3 sponsors

    0 primary, 3 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 1 recorded vote so far.

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In plain language

The bill provides guidelines for payment methods and reimbursements for dental benefits by health insurers.

This legislation amends existing insurance laws to specify how health insurers should handle payments and reimbursements for dental benefits. It aims to create clear processes for these transactions between insurers and dental care providers.

What this means for you
  • Families: Families using dental benefits may benefit from clearer information about their coverage and reimbursements.
  • Consumers: Consumers may see improved transparency and consistency in how their dental benefits are reimbursed by insurers.
  • Healthcare: Healthcare providers will have clearer guidelines on how insurers should pay for dental services.

Summary

Insurance: health insurers; methods of payments and reimbursements for dental benefits; provide for. Amends 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.100 - 500.8302) by adding sec. 3406ss.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. 7/3/2026 - ORDERED ENROLLED

Sponsors

  • Judy Emmons · Cosponsor
  • 33 · Cosponsor
  • Tonya Schuitmaker · Cosponsor

Sponsorship breakdown

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0 sponsors · 3 co-sponsors · 144 not signed on

Sponsors (0)

None.

Co-sponsors (3)

  • Judy Emmons
  • 33
  • Tonya Schuitmaker

Not signed on (144)

144 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 # 196 YEAS 35 NAYS 2 EXCUSED 1 NOT VOTING 0

Passed 35 Yea · 2 Nay · 1 Other
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Unaffiliated 31200
Democrat 1001
Republican 3000
Total 35201
% of votes cast 92%5%0%3%
How each member voted (38)
Member Party Vote
Bieda — Yea
Casperson — Yea
Emmons — Yea
Gregory — Yea
Hansen — Yea
Hildenbrand — Yea
Stamas — Yea
Jones — Yea
Knezek — Yea
Kowall — Yea
Schmidt — Yea
Hood — Yea
Shirkey — Yea
Horn — Yea
O’Brien — Yea
Knollenberg — Nay
Ananich — Yea
Booher — Yea
Brandenburg — Yea
Colbeck — Yea
Conyers — Yea
Hopgood — Yea
Hune — Yea
MacGregor — Nay
Marleau — Yea
Meekhof — Yea
Nofs — Yea
Proos — Yea
Robertson — Yea
Rocca — Yea
Schuitmaker — Yea
Warren — Yea
Zorn — Yea
Kevin Hertel Democrat Yea
Stephanie A Young Democrat Not Voting
Joseph Pavlov Republican Yea
Phil Green Republican Yea
Ruth Johnson Republican Yea

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Subjects

healthcare health-insurance
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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 105 do?
Insurance: health insurers; methods of payments and reimbursements for dental benefits; provide for. Amends 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.100 - 500.8302) by adding sec. 3406ss.
Who sponsors SB 105?
SB 105 is sponsored by Judy Emmons, 33, and Tonya Schuitmaker.
What is the current status of SB 105?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced July 03, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track SB 105?
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