This bill amends the Public Health Code to enhance the state's efforts in addressing racial and ethnic health disparities. Key provisions include the establishment of a comprehensive structure to monitor minority health progress, develop policies, and implement a strategic plan aimed at reducing health inequities. The bill mandates the Department of Health to provide data and technical assistance to local minority health coalitions, create a webpage with resources related to minority health, and develop recruitment strategies to increase minority representation in health professions. Additionally, it introduces new definitions for "obstetric racism" and "obstetric violence," emphasizing the need to address these issues within the healthcare system.

Furthermore, the bill requires the Department to maintain a team that reviews maternal deaths and studies the use of research evidence in perinatal policies. It mandates annual and triennial reporting on maternal mortality causes and recommendations for best practices to improve maternal health outcomes. The bill also stipulates that the Department must include findings from the Department of Civil Rights regarding biased care in its reports. Overall, the legislation aims to create a more equitable healthcare system by addressing systemic disparities and improving health outcomes for minority populations in Michigan.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 333.2227
As Passed by the Senate: 333.2227