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HB 5773

Health occupations: health professionals; referral of patients to a diagnostic center for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder; require under certain circumstances. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 16282a.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Cam Cavitt and 3 co-sponsors

The bills require health professionals to refer suspected FASD cases to DHHS-designated diagnostic centers and to Early On Michigan for infants with FASD to improve early identific

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Bill Summary · HB 5773

Purpose and intent

  • House Bills 5773 and 5774 address fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) in Michigan by creating mandatory referral requirements for health professionals and adding a new framework within the Public Health Code to support early identification and intervention.

  • HB 5773 focuses on referrals to a DHHS-identified FASD Diagnostic Center of Excellence when FASD is suspected or identified in patients. HB 5774 would establish a new Part 58B to require referrals to Early On Michigan for infants identified with FASD, and to authorize rules to implement these provisions.

Key provisions

HB 5773 (Health professional referrals to FASD diagnostic centers)

  • Repeats or adds a new section to the Public Health Code (Proposed MCL 333.16282a).
  • Requirement: A licensed or registered health professional must refer a patient to a FASD diagnostic center identified by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) as a "center of excellence" in the following scenarios:
    • The patient is a minor being treated for a condition related to prenatal alcohol exposure.
    • The patient is a pregnant woman who the provider knows or has reasonable cause to suspect is consuming alcohol during pregnancy.
  • Purpose: Ensure specialized assessment for suspected or confirmed FASD to inform care and management.

HB 5774 (Creation of Part 58B; referrals to Early On Michigan)

  • Proposes adding Part 58B (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder) to the Public Health Code.
  • Requirement: A health professional caring for an infant who identifies the infant as having FASD must refer the child’s parent, guardian, or caregiver to the Early On Michigan program, an early intervention program managed by the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (often referred to as part of state early intervention services).
  • Implementation: Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), in consultation with the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential, may issue rules to carry out the new provisions.

Affected parties

  • Health professionals and facilities licensed or registered under Michigan’s Public Health Code.
  • Pregnant individuals and women of childbearing age who may be consuming alcohol during pregnancy.
  • Minors who have conditions related to prenatal alcohol exposure or suspected FASD.
  • Families and caregivers of infants diagnosed with FASD, who would be referred to Early On Michigan.
  • State agencies: Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (as the child-supporting department for Early On Michigan) to implement, administer, and potentially promulgate rules.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Both bills were introduced and referred to the House Health Policy Committee in March 2026, with action noted up to April 14, 2026 (as of the provided analysis).
  • HB 5773’s referral trigger is event-driven (identified condition or suspected alcohol use during pregnancy) and targets centers of excellence designated by DHHS.
  • HB 5774 would require rulemaking to implement the new provisions, giving DHHS and the Lifelong Education department authority to issue rules to operationalize referrals and eligibility within Early On Michigan.
  • Fiscal impact notes:
    • HB 5773: No anticipated fiscal impact on state or local governments.
    • HB 5774: No significant anticipated fiscal impact; potential costs would depend on administrative rulemaking processes and implementation.

Summary of impact

  • The bills collectively require proactive referral pathways to specialized FASD assessment and early intervention services, aiming to improve identification, diagnosis, and early support for affected individuals.
  • They establish a standardized process for referrals to designated diagnostic centers and to Early On Michigan, potentially increasing utilization of specialized services and early intervention resources.
  • The measures emphasize collaboration between DHHS and the Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential to develop and implement rules guiding these referrals.

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

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