Whitmer to sign new law for equal insurance coverage for mental health and substance use disorder

Daylyn Huff

May 21, 2024 at 11:12 AM

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LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)– Governor Gretchen Whitmer will sign a bipartisan legislation today at 11 a.m. that will require insurance companies to cover treatments for mental health and substance use disorder the same as physical health services.

Officials say the goal of this new law will close loopholes, ensuring that Michigan residents have the necessary access to the treatments they need.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WLNS 6 News.

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