Bill > HB4413

This bill amends Michigan's Mental Health Code to enhance mediation and hospital evaluation procedures for mental health services. The bill expands mediation rights for mental health service recipients by allowing recipients, their representatives, or individuals permitted to file treatment petitions to request mediation to resolve disputes with community mental health services programs or their contracted providers. The mediation process includes specific requirements such as beginning within 10 business days of a request, completing within 30-60 days, and producing a legally binding document if an agreement is reached. The bill also mandates that the state department fund and contract with mediation organizations, and requires mediators to be trained professionals knowledgeable about behavioral health services. Additionally, the bill modifies hospital evaluation procedures, specifically clarifying that hospitals designated for mental health examinations must complete examinations within certain timeframes and specifying conditions for detaining and releasing individuals undergoing mental health screenings. These changes aim to improve dispute resolution and streamline mental health service evaluation processes, providing clearer guidelines and more structured support for individuals seeking or receiving mental health services.

Health and Social Services

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4413