MI Gov. Whitmer Signs Into Law Legislation for Drug Awareness, Gift Card Scam Prohibition10/06/2026Multiple bipartisan bills in Michigan to keep children, consumers, and communities safer have been signed into law by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. One new law protects Michigan children by requiring the Department of Health and Human Services to spread awareness about the risks of tobacco and cannabis use. Another new law protects Michigan consumers by prohibiting gift card fraud, which is a common scam tactic.