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MI SB0114
Bill
AI Summary
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Increases civil fines for violations of the Abortion Insurance Opt-Out Act from $10,000 to $25,000 per violation.
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Prohibits seeking or accepting reimbursement from health plans, hospital policies, HMOs, or health care corporations for services directly related to elective abortion unless covered by an optional rider.
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Exempts legitimate obstetric care, diagnostic testing, and other non-abortion procedures from the reimbursement restrictions.
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Assigns the Department of Health to investigate alleged violations, with the Attorney General authorized to bring enforcement actions.
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Preserves the right of licensed physicians and health care professionals to discuss abortion and abortion services with pregnant patients.
Legislative Description
Insurance: health benefits; Abortion Insurance Opt-Out Act; increase fines. Amends sec. 10 of 2013 PA 182 (MCL 550.550).
Health: abortion
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Government Operations
3/1/2023