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MI SB0240
Bill
AI Summary
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Prohibits merchants from imposing surcharges on consumers who pay with credit cards instead of cash, checks, or debit cards.
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Defines "surcharge" as any additional amount added at the time of sale that increases the charge for using a credit card, including third-party credit card guarantee service fees.
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Exempts surcharges imposed by public utilities if approved by the Public Service Commission.
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Adds credit card surcharge prohibition to the list of unfair or deceptive trade practices under Michigan's consumer protection act.
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Does not restrict discount options for non-credit payment methods or fees charged by credit card companies themselves.
Legislative Description
Consumer credit; credit cards; surcharges on credit card purchases; prohibit. Amends sec. 3 of 1976 PA 331 (MCL 445.903).
Consumer protection, unfair trade practices
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Banking And Financial Institutions
2/28/2013