MI Lead Policy Priorities

2026 Policy Priorities (in Michigan)

1. Action Level (HB 4864, Rep. Julie Rogers): Drops Michigan's ‘level of concern’ for lead poisoned kids to 3.5 ug/DL to match the Centers for Disease Control and allow more lead-poisoned kids to receive services.
2. Baby Food (HB 4865, Rep. Jaime Greene): Requires baby food manufacturers to test for multiple toxic, heavy metals (including lead) and share the results on their websites and labels.
3. Renovation, Repair and Painting Act (RRP) (HB 4866, Rep. Donavan McKinney): Gives Michigan the authority to implement the Environmental Protection Agency’s RRP Rule to ensure that contractors are properly trained to work on homes with lead paint hazards.
4. Services for Lead-Poisoned Kids (HB 5975, Rep. Fox): Lead-poisoned children will receive an automatic referral to Early On services, more quickly starting crucial services for families.
5. Funding for Filter First. This legislation passed in October 2023 and calls for filtered drinking stations in schools and daycare centers. Adequate funding still needs to be allocated to make sure all schools and daycares are able to install the hydration stations. 

Lead Policy Successes (in Michigan)

Universal Testing went into effect in 2025 and requires all Michigan children to get tested for lead at ages 1 and 2 (and again at age 4 for children in 82 high risk municipalities). (passed October 2023). 

Filter First calls for filtered drinking stations in schools and daycare centers. Adequate funding still needs to be allocated to make sure all schools and daycares are able to install the hydration stations (passed October 2023). 

Read more about these victories: After Landmark Lead Laws Pass, New Bills Continue Momentum