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MI HB4948

Bill

Status

Engrossed

10/31/2023

Primary Sponsor

Kristian Grant

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Origin

House of Representatives

102nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Prohibits landlords from requiring prospective tenants to disclose convictions that have been set aside under Michigan law, juvenile delinquency findings, participation in juvenile diversion programs, youthful trainee status, or out-of-state juvenile court dispositions.

  • Allows landlords to continue inquiring about criminal convictions or dispositions not specifically listed in the prohibition.

  • Permits prospective tenants to pursue injunctive relief against landlords who violate the disclosure restrictions.

  • Establishes civil penalties of up to $250 per day of violation (maximum $2,000) for landlords who violate an injunction issued under this section.

  • Entitles prevailing prospective tenants to recover court costs and reasonable attorney fees from landlords found in violation.

Legislative Description

Housing: other; request for information from prospective tenants regarding certain juvenile records; prohibit. Amends title of 1972 PA 348 (MCL 554.601 - 554.616) & adds sec. 2a.

Housing: other

Last Action

Referred To Committee Of The Whole

4/23/2024

Committee Referrals

Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety11/1/2023
Criminal Justice9/7/2023

Full Bill Text

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