Bill > HB4402

This bill amends the Michigan Public Health Code to require the state health department to develop and disseminate comprehensive informational materials about cytomegalovirus (CMV), a human herpesvirus that can be transmitted from a pregnant mother to her fetus, causing potential birth defects. The bill mandates that these materials educate women who may become pregnant, expectant parents, parents of infants, and healthcare professionals about CMV, covering topics such as its incidence, transmission methods, potential birth defects, diagnostic options, preventative measures, and available resources for parents of infants with congenital CMV. Additionally, the bill modifies existing newborn screening requirements by adding congenital CMV testing to the list of mandatory tests for newborns, and requires healthcare professionals to report positive CMV test results to both the state department and the infant's parents or guardians. The department must obtain expert review of the CMV informational materials and update them as needed, ensuring that the public receives accurate and current information about this potentially serious viral infection.

Health and Social Services

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4402