Insulin Affordability Push: Michigan House Democrats introduced a bill to cap insured patients’ out-of-pocket insulin costs at $35 per month (with an inflation adjustment), sending it to the House Insurance Committee for review. Youth Justice Funding: The Michigan Center for Youth Justice won a $1M grant to build a statewide coalition aimed at reducing youth incarceration and expanding community-led alternatives, partnering with Wayne State’s Center for Behavioral Health and Justice and The Delta Project. Housing & Homelessness Planning: Grand Traverse County and Traverse City will hold a joint meeting on a new 100-page housing and homelessness strategic plan, citing a shortage of emergency shelter beds and permanent supportive housing and calling for regional, coordinated solutions. Kratom Overdose Concern: Michigan overdose deaths have declined, but health officials say they’re still worried about kratom/7-OH products entering the market, especially since the substance can be more concentrated and opioid-like. Health System Workforce: University of Michigan graduate student workers’ union extended its contract after the prior agreement expired, with no plans to strike while negotiations continue. Community Food Access (U.P.): A new partnership under the Good Food for Michigan Project will help a Upper Peninsula nonprofit connect Michigan farmers with schools and hospitals, boosting access to fresh food for seniors and other meal programs.