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MI HCR0027

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Introduced

11/27/2018

Primary Sponsor

Henry Vaupel

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Origin

House of Representatives

99th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Declares Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) a critical health issue in Michigan, defined as abuse, neglect, and family dysfunctions that cause toxic stress in children

  • Commits the Legislature to an ongoing strategy to reduce ACEs through legislative leadership, legislative acts, appropriations, reporting, and oversight

  • Encourages the Governor to issue an executive directive requiring state agencies to assess whether their programs reduce ACEs

  • Requires an annual state report with data on progress in reducing ACEs to be provided to the Legislature and general public

  • Notes that up to 70 percent of Michigan adults experienced at least one ACE during childhood, with 20 percent experiencing four or more ACEs

Legislative Description

A concurrent resolution to declare Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) a critical health issue, commit the Legislature to action, and encourage the Governor to direct agencies to assess and report progress on reducing ACEs.

Governor

Last Action

Referred To Committee On Health Policy

11/27/2018

Committee Referrals

Health Policy11/27/2018

Full Bill Text

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