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MATCP Off the Record: In Summary_October 2026
Off the Record: In Summary
October 2026
Hon. Carrie L. Fuca
MATCP President,
41B District Treatment Courts
Presiding Judge
President's Message
Happy October! As autumn takes hold, MATCP continues its steady momentum, working behind the scenes to support treatment court professionals across Michigan.
Board Reflection & Strategic Planning At the beginning of this month, our Board of Directors is gathering for our annual retreat. This time set aside for reflection and strategic planning allows us to review our recent accomplishments, align on our core mission, and map out our vision for the months ahead to ensure we are serving our members effectively.
new priorities emerge.
Looking Ahead: 2027 Annual Conference With our retreat guiding our steps, we will soon gear up preparations for the 2027 MATCP Annual Conference! Mark your calendars for May 5–6, 2027, as we return to the Lansing Center. We look forward to bringing together treatment court teams from across the state for top-tier education, inspiration, and networking.
Legislative & Advocacy Update Advocacy and legislative activities are currently quiet on the Capitol front. State lawmakers have turned their full attention to the upcoming mid-term election, where Michigan voters will elect a new Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of State. We remain attentive to potential shifts and will keep you updated as legislative sessions resume and
new priorities emerge.
Upcoming Fall Training
Coordinators, Case Managers & MCJE Conference (October 29–30): Targeted, role-specific sessions designed to refine operations and improve participant outcomes.
Regional Training (November 9): Localized education provided to three northern Michigan treatment court teams focusing on standards and best practices.
As always, we are deeply grateful for the passion and perseverance you bring to your communities every single day. The impact of treatment courts is made possible through your unwavering commitment, and I look forward to seeing many of you in person at our upcoming training sessions as we advance this essential work!
MATCP
Out & About in September
MATCP as an Exhibitor at the CMHA SUD & Co-Occurring Disorders Conference, Sept 28-29 at the Lansing Center
MATCP in the UP for our Annual Training, Sept 11! It was our first time at the beautiful Terrace Bay Hotel in Gladstone.
Many thanks to our Attendees, Exhibitors, and Annual Sponsors who joined us, and a special thanks to our Meal Sponsor, Nationwide.
Please Join Us!
Registration Deadline - Friday, October 9
Late Registration October 10 - Thursday, October 22
Late Registration Attendee Fees:
MATCP Member $315; Non-Member $415
Last Call for Hotel Reservations - the Room Block ends Monday, October 12!
Agenda Now Available!
Proposals for the MATCP 2027 Annual Conference are now open & due by Friday, December 4, 2026.
Committee Updates
Legislative Committee
With the help of our government policy advisors, Bel Martin and Meghann Keit-Corrion, at Dykema, MATCP continues to serve as a voice for Michigan’s treatment courts within the state legislature, tracking policy developments and maintaining a presence in legislative discussions.
Current committee focus areas include:
Monitoring treatment‑court‑related bills
Advancing policy positions aligned with MATCP’s mission
Coordinating with state and local partners
Bills impacting treatment courts on our radar:
HB 4070 & SB 81 Michigan indigent defense commission expand to include indigent defense of youth (MATCP supports). NOTE: SB 81 was signed into law and became Public Act 70 on July 29, 2026.
HB 5537 prohibit kratom (MATCP supports - please see our Support HB 5537 advocacy page)
HB 6028 & HB 6029 modify veterans treatment court; require consideration of veteran status in sentencing
HB 4535 eligibility for mental health court; modify
SB 580 allows discretion in waiving 45-day revocation for restricted license in a treatment court
FY27 Budget$250,000 to support higher than anticipated costs for newly established programs.Drug Treatment Courts: $13,423,400 (up from $13,266,700 in FY26)Mental Health Courts: $5,855,700 (up from $5,779,400 in FY26)Veterans Treatment Courts: $1,089,300 (up from $1,061,200 in FY26)
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