MI HB6242

Prohibits landlords from inquiring about, requiring disclosure of, or requiring authorization to obtain applicants' criminal history or arrest records before determining if applicant is qualified to rent.

Exempts disclosures required by federal or state law and inquiries about sex offender registration status under the sex offenders registration act.

Requires landlords to first determine applicant qualification, provide written notice explaining required disclosures and denial reasons, and give a conditional offer before inquiring about criminal history or arrest records required under federal/state law.

Establishes complaint process with the Department of Civil Rights with investigation authority, allows temporary restraining orders, and permits department to impose cease and desist orders, civil fines up to unspecified amount, damages, attorney fees, and other appropriate relief.

Requires Department of Civil Rights to create and distribute a form summarizing applicant rights within 90 days, which must be attached to lease agreements and rental applications and posted in common areas of rental properties within 30 days of creation.