2026 Senate Bill 769

Corrections: state facilities; medical information regarding a prisoner provided to individuals as authorized by a prisoner; allow.

A bill to amend 1953 PA 232, entitled “Corrections code of 1953,” (MCL 791.201 to 791.285) by adding section 64a.

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Senate Bill No. 769 requires Michigan correctional facilities to provide prisoners with forms and procedures for designating emergency contacts and authorized recipients of medical information, ensuring timely notification and information sharing in the event of critical medical emergencies.

Introduced in the Senate

Jan. 21, 2026

Introduced by Sen. Mary Cavanagh (D-6) and five co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Sens. Stephanie Chang (D-3), Rosemary Bayer (D-13), Veronica Klinefelt (D-11), Sue Shink (D-14) and Joseph Bellino (R-16)

Referred to the Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety