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Potential Implementation
Earliest likely date for the new regulations to take effect for Michigan providers.
House Review
The Michigan House of Representatives is expected to debate and vote on the legislation.
Gubernatorial Action
Anticipated signing by Governor Whitmer if the bills clear the House.
Projected Implementation
Expected effective date for the first wave of state-level garnishment restrictions.
Senate Passage
The Michigan Senate votes to approve the medical debt protection bill package.
Legislative Advancement
State lawmakers formally advance restraints on wage garnishment for medical liabilities.
State Pre-filing Session
Lawmakers in several states pre-file 'Medical Debt Protection' bills for the 2026 session.
CFPB Credit Reporting Proposal
The CFPB announces a proposed rule to ban medical bills from credit reports.
The Michigan Senate has passed a comprehensive package of bills aimed at shielding patients from predatory medical debt collection and credit reporting. The legislation represents a significant shift in the state's healthcare regulatory landscape, prioritizing consumer protection over traditional revenue cycle management practices.
Legislators across multiple states are advancing bills to limit or prohibit wage garnishment for medical debt, aiming to shield low-income patients from financial ruin. These measures represent a significant shift in healthcare debt collection practices and align with broader federal efforts to reform medical billing.