HB 5391 Summary

• Prohibits employers from deducting political contributions to separate segregated funds or federal election committees from employee wages without full, free, and written consent, with no fear of discharge for refusal.

• Public bodies are completely prohibited from deducting any amount from employee wages for contributions to separate segregated funds or federal election committees under any circumstances.

• Allows employers to deduct wage overpayments within 6 months without employee consent if caused by mathematical or clerical errors, provided the employee receives written notice at least 1 pay period in advance and the deduction does not exceed 15% of gross wages or reduce pay below minimum wage.

• Allows employers to deduct amounts ordered by court under MCL 600.4012 (employee debt collection) without consent under the same conditions as overpayment deductions: written notice, 15% limit, and no reduction below minimum wage.

• Employees may file complaints with the department within 12 months of alleged violations of wage deduction rules.