MI HB5245

Owners of transient facilities (hotels/motels) must pay assessments based on a percentage of aggregate room charges, due within 30 days of each calendar month, with itemized statements of room charges.

Owners may pass assessment costs to guests by adding them to room charges, but must disclose on the bill that the facility has been reimbursed for the assessment.

Bureaus may accept and forward assessments on behalf of regional tourism marketing organizations and may withhold a portion to cover reasonable administrative costs.

Delinquent assessments unpaid after 90 days accrue 1.5% monthly interest plus a 3.0% monthly delinquency charge, attorney fees, and court costs; all assessments are considered trust funds.

Bureaus may pursue legal action to collect delinquent assessments, interest, and charges; owners are not liable for assessments until they receive a formal marketing program notice.