Health occupations: psychologists; supervised postgraduate experience requirements; modify. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 18223a. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4165'25
Impact
The passage of HB 4146 could lead to significant changes in how local law enforcement agencies operate, particularly in their interactions with at-risk communities. By mandating collaboration with community organizations, the bill aims to create a framework that not only addresses immediate safety concerns but also promotes long-term solutions to prevent crime. This could entail training police officers in community engagement techniques and enhancing community-based programs that tackle underlying issues contributing to crime.
Summary
House Bill 4146 focuses on enhancing public safety measures through improved coordination between law enforcement and community organizations. The bill emphasizes community engagement strategies aimed at building trust between police departments and the communities they serve. Proponents argue that the bill will facilitate more effective emergency response protocols, thereby improving overall public safety outcomes. The commitment to fostering cooperative relationships between law enforcement and community members is a key highlight of this legislation.
Contention
Despite its positive intentions, HB 4146 has faced criticism. Critics argue that the bill does not go far enough in addressing systemic issues within law enforcement practices. Some civil rights advocates have voiced concerns about the effectiveness of community engagement strategies unless they are coupled with robust accountability measures for police misconduct. Additionally, there are fears that some provisions may lead to an increase in surveillance without sufficient oversight, potentially infringing on civil liberties.
Health occupations: psychologists; supervised postgraduate experience requirements; modify. Amends sec. 18223 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.18223). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0625'23
Health occupations: psychologists; supervised postgraduate experience requirements; modify. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 18223a. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0626'23
Health occupations: psychologists; requirements for practice by limited licensed psychologist; modify. Amends secs. 18221, 18223, 18233 & 18237 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.18221 et seq.).
Health occupations: occupational therapists; licensure process for occupational therapists; modify to incorporate occupational therapy licensure compact. Amends sec. 18301 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.18301) & adds secs. 18303a & 18303b. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4169'23
Health occupations: other; the performance of certain exfoliation procedures; require to be under the supervision of a physician. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 16276a. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5684'24
Health occupations: social workers; social work licensure requirements; modify, and include licensure for licensed clinical social workers. Amends secs. 16177, 16348, 18101 & 18501 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16177 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5184'23
Health occupations: physical therapists; physical therapy licensure compact; enact. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 16188. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4505'23
Health occupations: social workers; social work licensure requirements; modify, and include licensure for licensed clinical social workers. Amends secs. 18503, 18504, 18506, 18506a, 18509 & 18518 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.18503 et seq.) & adds sec. 18515a. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5185'23
Health occupations: mental health care professionals; mandatory reporting requirements for a licensed clinical art therapist; require. Amends sec. 100b of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1100b). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4514'23