Insurance: insurers; property insurance denial, cancellation, or increased premiums for owners of certain breeds of dogs; prohibit. Amends 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.100 - 500.8302) by adding sec. 2130a.

Michigan House Bill 5580, introduced on February 24, 2026, seeks to prohibit property insurance companies from denying, canceling, or increasing premiums for homeowners based on the ownership of certain dog breeds. The bill amends the 1956 Public Act 218 by adding section 2130a. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MI/bill/HB5580/2025?utm_source=openai))

MI HB5580 is a house bill in the Michigan 103rd Legislature, sponsored by Penelope Tsernoglou (D), currently “Introduced” since February 24, 2026.

We track 4,230 Michigan bills this session, 18 of them sponsored by Penelope Tsernoglou.

While specific media coverage is limited, the bill has garnered support from Democratic legislators, including Representatives Penelope Tsernoglou, Kara Hope, Jennifer Conlin, and Veronica Paiz. This bipartisan sponsorship suggests a favorable reception among lawmakers. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MI/bill/HB5580/2025?utm_source=openai))

There is no available media coverage indicating opposition to the bill. However, the lack of specific media reports makes it challenging to assess public sentiment or potential concerns regarding the proposed legislation.