Bill > HB4407

This bill establishes MIcare, a comprehensive universal health care system for Michigan residents that aims to provide publicly financed and administered health coverage for all state residents regardless of income, health status, or existing insurance. The bill creates a MIcare Board responsible for overseeing the health care system, developing a benefit package, and setting payment rates for health care professionals. MIcare will cover a wide range of medical services including primary, preventive, acute, and chronic care, behavioral health, prescription drugs, dental, vision, and hearing care, with no premiums or cost-sharing requirements. The system will be funded through a dedicated MIcare Fund that can receive state appropriations, federal funds, grants, and other revenue sources. Key principles of the system include ensuring universal access to high-quality health services, containing costs, promoting transparency, and supporting health care professionals. The implementation of MIcare is contingent on obtaining federal waivers and meeting specific conditions, such as demonstrating no negative economic impact and sustainable financing. The bill also establishes detailed provisions for eligibility, benefits, administration, and governance of the new health care system, with the goal of creating a more efficient, equitable, and patient-centered approach to health care in Michigan.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4407