LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) -- With confusion surrounding federal vaccine policy and guidelines, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive directive Wednesday to remove barriers that could make it harder for Michiganders to receive COVID-19 vaccines.

“Cold, flu, and COVID-19 season are upon us. We all have a role to play in keeping our communities safe and healthy,” said Governor Whitmer. “Today’s executive directive ensures Michiganders can get the COVID-19 vaccine."

The directive instructs the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), the Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) and the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) to: • Ensure that health insurance plans under the MDHHS and DIFS authority, including Medicaid, cover COVID-19 va

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