The bill amends the Social Welfare Act of 1939 by adding a new section, 109t, which mandates that the Department of Health and Human Services provide coverage for group prenatal care services under the medical assistance program. This new provision defines "group prenatal care services" as a series of prenatal visits conducted in a group setting, utilizing an evidence-based model that incorporates health assessments, social and clinical support, and educational activities.

The aim of this initiative is to create a family-centered environment that fosters peer-to-peer interaction, allowing pregnant individuals to support one another throughout their pregnancy and into early childhood. This legislative change is intended to enhance the quality of prenatal care and improve health outcomes for mothers and their children in Michigan.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 400.1, 400.119