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HB 4561

Appropriations: department of health and human services; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Phil Green

Michigan HB 4561 allocates state funding to the Department of Health and Human Services for fiscal year 2025-2026, determining program availability and service levels across public health initiatives.

bill electronically reproduced 06/05/2025
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Bill Summary · HB 4561

Legislative bill overview

HB 4561 is an appropriations bill that allocates state funding to Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services for fiscal year 2025-2026. The bill has recently been introduced and referred to the Appropriations Committee for initial review and deliberation.

Why is this important

Appropriations bills directly determine how much public money state agencies receive to operate programs like Medicaid, child welfare, public health initiatives, and mental health services. The funding levels set in this bill will directly impact the accessibility and quality of health and human services available to Michigan residents throughout the fiscal year.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding levels vs. program needs: Debate may arise over whether allocated amounts adequately address growing demand for services like Medicaid expansion coverage, substance abuse treatment, and child protective services
  • Budget prioritization: Disagreement could emerge about which programs receive increased funding versus which face cuts or level funding amid competing state priorities
  • Implementation of prior legislation: Questions may surface about how the appropriation supports or fails to support previously passed health policy reforms and mandates

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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