Health: screening; newborn hearing screening for congenital cytomegalovirus; require. Amends sec. 5431 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.5431) & adds sec. 5433.

Michigan Senate Bill 607, introduced on October 16, 2025, by Senator Jeremy Moss, proposes requiring newborns to be screened for congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) during their standard hearing tests. cCMV is a common viral infection that can lead to hearing loss and other health issues in infants. By mandating this screening, the bill aims to detect cCMV early, enabling timely medical intervention to mitigate potential complications.

Positive media analysis is being generated.

There is no specific negative media coverage on SB0607. However, potential concerns could include the financial implications of implementing mandatory cCMV screenings and the possibility of false positives leading to unnecessary stress for parents. Additionally, some may question the necessity of legislating medical procedures, preferring such decisions to be left to medical professionals.