WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

HB 4791

Health: other; menopause transition awareness program; establish. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 9135.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Will Bruck and 5 co-sponsors

Michigan bill establishes menopause awareness program through state health department to educate public and providers about symptoms, treatments, and support resources.

referred to second reading
#health:other #stateagencies(existing):healthandhumanservices
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · HB 4791

Legislative bill overview

HB 4791 amends Michigan's public health code to establish a menopause transition awareness program. The bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services to create educational initiatives and resources focused on menopause, likely including information for healthcare providers and the public about symptoms, treatment options, and support services.

Why is this important

Menopause affects millions of Michigan residents and often goes undiagnosed or undertreated due to lack of awareness among both patients and healthcare providers. A structured awareness program could improve health outcomes, reduce unnecessary emergency visits, and help people access appropriate medical care and management strategies during a significant life transition.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs and funding: The bill requires establishing a new program but may not specify dedicated funding, raising questions about how DHHS will allocate resources without budget increases
  • Scope ambiguity: The bill language doesn't detail what the program will include, who will deliver it, or what success metrics will measure its effectiveness
  • Medical consensus variation: Treatment approaches for menopause vary significantly (hormone therapy, lifestyle changes, alternative treatments); the program will need to navigate differing medical opinions on recommendations

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

Sign in to ask a question.