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HB 5731

Health facilities: licensing; exemptions from the substance use disorder license requirement; include crisis stabilization units. Amends secs. 100a & 260 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1100a & 330.1260) & repeals sec. 973 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1973). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5729'26

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bill Schuette and 1 co-sponsor

The bill expands exemptions from SUD facility licensing and explicitly includes crisis stabilization units under the licensing framework.

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Bill Summary · HB 5731

Summary of HB 5731 (2025-2026) – Health facilities: licensing; exemptions from the substance use disorder license requirement; include crisis stabilization units

Purpose and intent

  • The bill amends Michigan law governing health facilities, specifically relating to licensing for substance use disorder (SUD) treatment providers and crisis stabilization units.
  • It is designed to modify exemptions and licensing requirements under the Public Health Code as administered by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs and/or the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (depending on the statutory framework in 1974 PA 258).
  • The bill ties to HB 5729/5726 (a tie-bar), indicating it is part of a broader package addressing related health facility licensing changes.

Key provisions and changes (as described in the bill text references)

  • Licensing exemptions for SUD facilities: The bill changes or expands which facilities are exempt from the SUD license requirement. This may include certain types of health facilities or settings that provide substance use disorder services, potentially reducing regulatory burdens for some providers while maintaining safeguards for patient care.
  • Inclusion of crisis stabilization units: The bill explicitly includes crisis stabilization units within the scope of the licensing framework. This could affect how these units are regulated, staffed, and overseen under the licensing system.
  • Amendments to existing statutes:
    • Amends Section 100a of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1100a)
    • Amends Section 260 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1260)
    • Repeals Section 973 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1973)
  • The precise statutory language would specify the nature of exemptions (e.g., types of facilities, ownership, services provided, funding) and define the licensing criteria for crisis stabilization units.

Who would be affected

  • SUD treatment providers and facilities: Entities that currently operate under or are seeking to operate under SUD licensing could see altered requirements, potentially becoming exempt from licensing or subject to different regulatory standards.
  • Crisis stabilization units: Facilities designated or operating as crisis stabilization units would fall under the updated licensing framework, with changes to oversight and compliance expectations.
  • Regulators and state agencies: The licensing and enforcement responsibilities would be adjusted to reflect the new exemptions and inclusion of crisis stabilization units.
  • Patients and clients: Individuals receiving services at affected facilities could experience changes in regulatory oversight, potentially impacting accessibility, quality measures, and reporting requirements.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced and referred:
    • Introduced on March 18, 2026, by Rep. Mark Tisdel
    • Co-sponsored by Rep. Bill Schuette
    • Referred to the House Committee on Health Policy on March 18, 2026
  • Action history: The bill’s status shows standard committee consideration pending until further action (e.g., committee hearings, potential amendments, floor vote). The tie-bar with HB 5729/5726 indicates concurrent or linked legislative action with companion measures.
  • Effective date: The specific effective date would be stated in the bill text. Typically, changes to licensing laws take effect on a designated legislative date or upon publication, with transitional provisions if applicable.

Potential impacts to watch

  • Whether the exemptions adequately ensure patient safety while reducing regulatory burdens for certain providers.
  • How crisis stabilization units will be regulated compared with other SUD facilities (standards, staffing, reporting, inspections).
  • Any fiscal impact on state agencies tasked with licensing and enforcement, including administrative costs or savings to facilities.
  • Possible effects on access to SUD services, continuity of care, and compliance with federal requirements for licensed facilities.

Note: This summary reflects the high-level content described in the bill's title and action history. The exact statutory language will define the precise exemptions, definitions, the scope of crisis stabilization units, and implementation details. For a complete understanding, review the introduced bill text, any fiscal notes, and subsequent amendments from committee actions.

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

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