Loading chat...
MI HB4929
Bill
Status
5/26/2021
Primary Sponsor
Shri Thanedar
Click for details
AI Summary
-
Replaces references to "department-designated community mental health entity" with "administrative services organization" in substance abuse testing requirements for Family Independence Program applicants and recipients.
-
First-time positive test results: individuals are referred for treatment and continue receiving assistance, with test costs deducted from first payment; failure to participate in treatment results in termination of benefits.
-
Second or subsequent positive test results: individuals become ineligible for Family Independence Program assistance until they test negative; department may provide referral for substance abuse treatment.
-
Removes the requirement that individuals with positive marijuana test results must possess a Michigan medical marijuana registry identification card to qualify for the exemption; all positive marijuana tests are now excluded from "controlled substance" definition.
-
Maintains existing pilot program structure and reporting requirements, including data collection on number of individuals screened, tested, positive/negative results, and sanctions imposed.
Legislative Description
Mental health: other; reference to "department-designated community mental health entity" in the social welfare act; eliminate. Amends sec. 57z of 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.57z).
Mental health: other
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/26/2021
5/27/2021