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MI GOP Divided: Former U.S. Rep. Peter Hoekstra to Replace Kristina Karamo Amid Leadership Dispute

Update: Jan 1-26, 2024

In a recent development, members of the Michigan Republican State Committee opposed to Kristina Karamo continuing as the chair of the Michigan Republican Party have elected former U.S. Rep. Peter Hoekstra to replace her. The anti-Karamo faction filed a lawsuit seeking her removal in accordance with Michigan Republican Party bylaws. However, Karamo has dismissed the group as illegitimate and has pledged to continue leading the party. The Trump team’s apparent involvement in the vote suggests a lack of support for Karamo. The decision awaits validation from the Republican National Committee, which will likely determine the legitimate chair before the winter meeting at the end of the month. The state committee also appointed former U.S. Rep. Mike Bishop as the party’s new general counsel.

Medicaid Renewals Set to Begin in July

Update: Jun 19-30, 2023

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has issued additional notice and guidance for Medicaid renewals that are set to begin on July 1.

Following new guidance from the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), beneficiaries who received their renewal packets with a deadline of June 30 are encouraged to complete and return the packets by that date. However, MDHHS will not disqualify anyone from coverage for not returning paperwork until the end of July. This change is only for beneficiaries up for renewal in June.

MI Joins Coalition to Protect Reproductive Privacy

Update: Jun 19-30, 2023

On June 21, Attorney General Dana Nessel joined a coalition of 24 states to support patient protections related to reproductive health information.

The letter, led by New York and California, is in response the Biden Administration’s plan to consider adding HIPAA amendments that would further protect health information regarding reproductive care when requested during certain investigations.

The coalition of attorneys general argue that the proposed amendments protect patients against misuse and weaponization of data. The letter sent to the Biden Administration can be found here.