Businesses: limited liability companies; Michigan limited liability company act; amend to reflect amendments to the public health code. Amends sec. 204a of 1993 PA 23 (MCL 450.4204a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5477'24
Impact
If enacted, HB 5470 would primarily impact how nursing homes operate under the state's LLC regulations by expanding the terminology they are permitted to use. This change would require a corresponding adjustment to the public health code to ensure that definitions and terminology do not create conflicts or confusion regarding the licensing and operation of health-related businesses. By allowing these entities to use more descriptive labels, the bill seeks to enhance transparency and improve consumer understanding of available healthcare services.
Summary
House Bill 5470 aims to amend the Michigan Limited Liability Company Act by allowing limited liability companies (LLCs) that are licensed as nursing homes to utilize terms such as "health center," "health care center," and "rehabilitation center." This change is intended to provide clarity and flexibility for LLCs in the healthcare space, ensuring they can accurately describe their services without conflicting with established terminology outlined in the public health code. The bill's introduction reflects a response to evolving needs within the healthcare industry, particularly for facilities seeking to brand themselves appropriately within state regulations.
Contention
While the bill may seem straightforward, there could be points of contention regarding its implications for consumer protection and industry regulation. Critics may argue that allowing LLCs to use varied terms could potentially mislead consumers about the nature of the services being offered. Additionally, there may be concerns about how these changes align with the protections intended by the public health code, particularly with issues related to quality of care and oversight of health facilities. As the bill is tied to another bill, HB 5477, it may also bring about discussions on the overall regulatory framework governing healthcare facilities in Michigan.
Same As
Health facilities: certificate of need; requirement to obtain a certificate of need; eliminate. Amends secs. 2612, 20101, 20145, 20155, 20161, 20164, 20165, 20166, 21551, 21562 & 21563 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.2612 et seq.) & repeals (See bill).
Businesses: business corporations; business corporation act; amend to reflect amendments to the public health code. Amends sec. 213 of 1972 PA 284 (MCL 450.1213). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5477'24
Higher education: financial aid; Michigan nursing scholarship act; amend to reflect amendments to the public health code. Amends sec. 2 of 2002 PA 591 (MCL 390.1182). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5477'24
Torts: medical malpractice; revised judicature act of 1961; amend to reflect amendments to the public health code. Amends sec. 5838a of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.5838a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5477'24
Health facilities: other; continuing care community disclosure act; amend to reflect amendments to the public health code. Amends sec. 17 of 2014 PA 448 (MCL 554.917). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5477'24
Health facilities: licensing; right to try act; amend to reflect amendments to the public health code. Amends sec. 5 of 2014 PA 345 (MCL 333.26455). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5477'24
Natural resources: other; natural resources and environmental protection act; amend to reflect amendments to the public health code. Amends sec. 43515 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.43515). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5477'24
Businesses: limited liability companies; certain references in the Michigan limited liability company act; make gender neutral. Amends sec. 504 of 1993 PA 23 (MCL 450.4504). TIE BAR WITH: HJR F'23
Businesses: limited liability companies; annual statement fees under the Michigan limited liability company act; modify. Amends sec. 1101 of 1993 PA 23 (MCL 450.5101).
Health facilities: certificate of need; 1988 PA 457; amend to reflect amendments to the public health code. Amends sec. 1 of 1988 PA 457 (MCL 29.411). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5477'24