A bill to amend 1976 PA 331, entitled “Michigan consumer protection act,” by amending the title and sections 2, 5, and 10 (MCL 445.902, 445.905, and 445.910), the title as amended by 2022 PA 153, section 2 as amended by 2018 PA 189, and section 5 as amended by 2020 PA 296, and by adding sections 5a and 21a.
Expands the Michigan Consumer Protection Act to cover nonprofits and small businesses, increases penalties for deceptive practices (especially those targeting elders and vulnerable adults), and establishes a dedicated fund to support enforcement and consumer education.
Co-sponsored by Reps.
Referred to the Committee on Economic Competitiveness