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MI HB5765
Bill
Status
5/5/2020
Primary Sponsor
Rebekah Warren
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AI Summary
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Clarifies that protections against disability discrimination in public accommodations and services remain in effect at all times, including during public health emergencies.
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Prohibits denial of medical treatment based on stereotypes, quality-of-life judgments, or assessments of the individual's "worth" based on disability status.
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Requires that medical treatment decisions be based on individualized assessment using the best available objective medical evidence rather than disability-related generalizations.
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Applies these protections specifically to health facilities covered under the Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act.
Legislative Description
Civil rights; disabilities discrimination; equal access to medical treatment for individuals with disabilities; clarify. Amends sec. 302 of 1976 PA 220 (MCL 37.1302).
Civil rights: disabilities discrimination
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/06/2020
5/6/2020