Michigan SB1116: Mental health: recipient rights; rights violations investigations; modify. Amends sec. 778 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1778).

What the bill says

To amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code," by amending section 778 (MCL 330.1778), as added by 1995 PA 290.

From the introduced text, July 15, 2026:

A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code," by amending section 778 (MCL 330.1778), as added by 1995 PA 290. the people of the state of michigan enact: Sec. 778. (1) The office shall initiate an investigation of an apparent or suspected rights violations violation in a timely and efficient manner. Subject to delays involving pending action by external agencies as described in subsection (5), the office shall complete the investigation not later than 90 days after it receives the the submission of a rights complaint. Investigation shall An investigation must be initiated immediately after the submission of a rights complaint in cases involving alleged abuse, neglect, serious injury, or death of a recipient. involving an apparent or suspected rights violation.As used in this subsection, "immediately" means not later than 24 hours. (2) Investigation The office shall accurately record investigation activities for each rights complaint. shall be accurately recorded by the office. (3) The office shall determine whether a right was violated by using the preponderance of the evidence as its standard of proof. (4) The office shall issue a written status report every 30 calendar days during the course of the investigation. The written status report shall must be submitted to the complainant, the respondent, and the responsible mental health agency. A written status report shall …

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Sponsors

• Webber, Michael (R, 9) · primary sponsor

Latest actions

1. July 15, 2026: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON HOUSING AND HUMAN SERVICES
2. July 15, 2026: INTRODUCED BY SENATOR MICHAEL WEBBER

Common questions

What is SB1116?

SB1116 is a bill in the Michigan Legislature (103rd Legislature): Mental health: recipient rights; rights violations investigations; modify. Amends sec. 778 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1778).

What does SB1116 do?

In its own words: To amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code," by amending section 778 (MCL 330.1778), as added by 1995 PA 290.

What is the status of SB1116?

In committee as of July 15, 2026. Latest action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON HOUSING AND HUMAN SERVICES (July 15, 2026).

Who sponsored SB1116?

Webber, Michael (R, 9).

Where is the official record for SB1116?

On the Michigan Legislature website: https://www.legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2026-SB-1116