MI SB0483

Creates a Palliative Care Advisory Task Force within the Michigan Department of Health, with members to be appointed by the governor with Senate consent by January 1, 2027

Task force consists of approximately 14 members including palliative care clinical experts (physicians, nurses), representatives from hospice organizations, health insurance companies, the Children's Palliative Care Coalition, and the Michigan Health and Hospital Association, with at least one member representing rural areas

Members serve 4-year terms without compensation, though expenses may be reimbursed; the task force must meet at least quarterly and comply with open meetings and freedom of information laws

Task force responsibilities include recommending a definition for palliative care, researching and expanding palliative care services, identifying reimbursement measures, developing program metrics, and creating public education strategies

Requires the task force to produce an annual public report beginning January 1, 2028, identifying available palliative care services in Michigan and beneficial services not currently offered