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HB 4930

Health: licensing; name requirements for licensure; provide for. Amends sec. 16177 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16177).

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ken Borton and 4 co-sponsors

Michigan HB 4930 modifies professional health licensure name requirements under the Public Health Code with immediate implementation upon House passage.

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Bill Summary · HB 4930

Legislative bill overview

HB 4930 amends Michigan's Public Health Code (MCL 333.16177) to modify name requirements for professional licensure in health fields. The bill passed the House unanimously with immediate effect, though the specific language changes are not detailed in the provided information.

Why is this important

Professional licensing name requirements affect thousands of healthcare workers seeking or maintaining credentials in Michigan. Changes to these requirements could impact licensure processes, recognition of names from different cultural backgrounds, or standardization across health professions.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public detail: The bill summary does not specify what name requirement changes are being made, making it difficult to assess whether modifications expand access or create administrative burden
  • Implementation timeline: The "immediate effect" designation means changes take effect before the bill receives gubernatorial signature, potentially affecting pending applications
  • Scope of impact: Unclear whether changes apply to all health professions under MCL 333.16177 or specific license types, affecting consistency across regulatory boards

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

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