HB 5797 Summary

• Requires employers to provide job applicants and employees with information about their health insurance coverage for prescription contraception, including whether coverage exists and the extent of coverage.

• Employers must disclose reproductive health coverage information using all three methods: written notice before employment offer, inclusion in job postings and advertisements, and posting on corporate websites (for corporations).

• Employers must provide current employees with written notice of any changes to reproductive health coverage at least 90 days before the changes take effect.

• Defines "employer" as any individual or private, public, or governmental entity doing business in Michigan that employs one or more people for compensation.

• Violations constitute state civil infractions with fines up to $5,000 per violation.