Insurance: health insurers; closure or removal of a health system considered a qualifying event for a special enrollment period; provide for. Amends 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.100 - 500.8302) by adding sec. 3406ww.
Key claim: Michigan HB6019 would require health insurers to treat closure or removal of a health system as a qualifying event that triggers a special enrollment period.
Abstract
(HB6019 · 103rd Legislature) Insurance: health insurers; closure or removal of a health system considered a qualifying event for a special enrollment period; provide for. Amends 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.100 - 500.8302) by adding sec. 3406ww. Sponsor: Rep. Matt Koleszar (D) + 22 co-sponsors In committee: H Insurance Latest action (2026-06-02): Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/21/2026
Why this matters
For Michigan enrollees whose provider network is disrupted by a hospital or health-system closure, current rules may leave them locked into a plan until open enrollment. HB6019 would create a new qualifying life event so affected consumers could switch plans mid-year, expanding coverage flexibility while adding a new administrative obligation for insurers regulated under the Insurance Code.