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MI SB0240

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/28/2013

Primary Sponsor

James Marleau

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Origin

Senate

97th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Prohibits merchants from imposing surcharges on consumers who pay with credit cards instead of cash, checks, or debit cards.

  • 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.

  • Exempts surcharges imposed by public utilities if approved by the Public Service Commission.

  • Adds credit card surcharge prohibition to the list of unfair or deceptive trade practices under Michigan's consumer protection act.

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Banking & Financial Institutions2/28/2013

Full Bill Text

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