Trade: consumer goods and services; manufacture, sale, or distribution of medical solution containers PVC or added DEHP; prohibit. Amends sec. 3 of 1976 PA 331 (MCL 445.903) & adds sec. 3p.
Key claim: Senate Bill 1177 would make it an unfair trade practice in Michigan to manufacture, sell, or distribute medical solution containers made of PVC or containing added DEHP.
Abstract
(SB1177 · 103rd Legislature) Trade: consumer goods and services; manufacture, sale, or distribution of medical solution containers PVC or added DEHP; prohibit. Amends sec. 3 of 1976 PA 331 (MCL 445.903) & adds sec. 3p. Sponsor: Sen. Sue Shink (D) + 1 co-sponsor In committee: S Regulatory Affairs Latest action (2026-09-10): Referred To Committee On Regulatory Affairs
Why this matters
Medical solution containers (IV bags, tubing) are ubiquitous in Michigan hospitals and clinics; a PVC/DEHP ban routed through the Consumer Protection Act would shift procurement across the state’s health system and affect manufacturers supplying it. Framing the restriction as an unfair trade practice rather than a health-facility licensing rule creates a distinct enforcement pathway through the Attorney General and private actions.