This bill establishes regulations for hospitals, human milk banks, and human milk banking companies in Michigan to ensure compliance with specific standards regarding the handling of human milk. It defines key terms such as "adulterated," "donor," and "human milk bank," and outlines the responsibilities of these entities in procuring, processing, storing, and distributing human milk. The bill mandates that human milk must not be adulterated and must adhere to standards set by relevant health authorities. It also requires that donors be screened for drugs and diseases, with certain exceptions for milk intended for personal use.
Additionally, the bill prescribes penalties for violations, which can range from civil infractions to felonies, depending on the severity of the offense and its consequences, such as physical injury or death. It grants the director of the Department of Health and Human Services the authority to inspect facilities, seize adulterated human milk, and enforce compliance with the law. The act does not apply to individual-to-individual milk sharing or personal feeding practices, and it allows the department to create rules for implementation. The bill will take effect only if another related Senate Bill is enacted into law.