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MSMS Legislative Priorities & Legislative Committee Assignments

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MSMS Legislative Priorities & Legislative Committee Assignments

Now that committees have been established, we expect to see more policy items advanced. House Health Policy Chair VanderWall has indicated an interest in working on a health data utility, the 340b drug pricing program, and pharmacy benefits managers reforms. Over in the Senate, Health Policy Chair Hertel is interested in working in the opioid and substance use disorder space. MSMS will monitor all proposed items and remains committed to advancing the priorities of our members, in line with our legislative agenda.

Ensuring Access to Physician-Led Care

  • Expand and support the physician workforce throughout the learning and practice continuum
  • Protect and promote physician-led, team-based health care
  • Support patients’ right-to-know through health professional credentials disclosure
  • Enhance resources for physician health needs

Improving Michigan’s Health Care Environment

  • Support programs and policies to make Michigan a desirable location to practice medicine
  • Maintain legislative intent and enforceability of our medical liability laws to maintain a stable, fair, and balanced environment
  • Oppose regulations, policies, and contractual requirements that interfere with patient care
  • Reject proposed legislative and regulatory mandates 

Advancing Public Health and Health Equity

  • Expand access to care for patients with Medicaid and the Healthy Michigan Plan, with reimbursement increases a key component to accomplish this goal
  • Ensure health care is fully inclusive and attainable so that everyone has access to necessary medical services and improved outcomes
  • Expand access to mental health and substance use disorder treatment

After a lengthy wait, House Speaker Matt Hall has released committee assignments for the 103rd Legislature. Relevant policy committees are as follows.

House Health Policy Committee

House Insurance Committee

Appropriates Subcommittee on Medicaid and Behavioral Health

Appropriations Subcommittee on Public Health