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MI HB5771
Bill
Status
7/13/2016
Primary Sponsor
Harvey Santana
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AI Summary
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Changes language in Section 3 from "shall select" to "selects" regarding which type of eye care professional performs statutory blindness certification examinations.
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Authorizes examinations to be performed by an ophthalmologist, physician skilled in eye diseases, or licensed optometrist, with the individual choosing which professional to use.
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Requires the commission to arrange necessary treatment for blind or partially blind persons who can benefit, with consent, using ophthalmologists, physicians, or optometrists.
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Updates Section 3 to allow the commission to contract with the Department of Health and Human Services (rather than the Department of Social Services or Department of Public Health) to provide eye examinations for blind aid applicants.
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Repeals Section 16 of 1978 PA 260 (MCL 393.366) and takes effect 90 days after enactment.
Legislative Description
Disabilities; other; reference to department of health and human services in the blind and visually disabled persons act; update and repeal outdated section. Amends sec. 3 of 1978 PA 260 (MCL 333.353) & repeals sec. 16 of 1978 PA 260 (MCL 393.366).
State agencies (existing): community health
Last Action
Referred To Second Reading
9/7/2016