Bill > SB0684

This bill amends the Public Health Code to create a new procedure for healthcare professionals to set aside certain disciplinary records related to continuing education violations. Under the new section 16211a, a licensee, registrant, or applicant can apply to have a disciplinary record set aside if they meet specific criteria, including waiting at least 5 years after sanctions are no longer in force, having no subsequent disciplinary actions, and having completed the original sanction. The disciplinary record must be specifically for a one-time failure to complete continuing education within the past 30 years. If approved, the department must report the set-aside to the National Practitioner Databank and remove the record from public-facing websites. The bill also makes several technical changes to other sections of the law, such as modifying language about departmental record-keeping, disciplinary subcommittees, and confidentiality of investigation information. Additionally, the bill updates provisions related to various professional regulatory funds, including adding a reference to potential fees associated with setting aside disciplinary records in the health professions regulatory fund. The overall intent appears to be providing a pathway for healthcare professionals to clear certain minor disciplinary records after demonstrating sustained professional conduct.

Health and Social Services

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0684