by Liz Gullett | Sep 29, 2023 | Liz Gullett
The Senate Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection Committee advanced legislation creating an independent Prescription Drug Affordability Board (PDAB). Key Points: The board would have the authority to analyze, evaluate, and recommend strategies to mitigate the...
by Liz Gullett | Sep 15, 2023 | Liz Gullett
Legislation was introduced creating a Prescription Drug Affordability Board in Michigan (PDAB). The three-bill package was introduced by Senator Darrin Camilleri (D-Trenton), Senator Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-Bay City), and Senator Veronica Klinefelt (D-Eastpointe)....
by Liz Gullett | Aug 30, 2023 | Liz Gullett
Today, following remarks from Lansing Mayor Andy Schor and Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist, Governor Gretchen Whitmer laid out her legislative priorities for the fall. Highlighting the theme of, “Make it in Michigan” ensuring anyone and everyone has a chance at success....
by Liz Gullett | Jun 23, 2023 | Liz Gullett
Legislation requiring health insurers to cover certain mental health or substance abuse treatment was reported by the House Insurance and Financial Services Committee. Key Points: The bill was introduced by Representative Felicia Brabec (D-Ann Arbor) who is a clinical...
by Liz Gullett | May 12, 2023 | Liz Gullett
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) provided updates on the ending of the federal public health emergency for COVID-19. Medicaid Redeterminations: Beneficiaries will have to renew their coverage this year as Michigan resumes eligibility...
