MI SB0883

Permits landlords to accept reusable screening reports from prospective tenants prepared within the previous 45 days by a consumer reporting agency at no cost to the landlord, and prohibits landlords from charging application fees if they accept such reports.

Limits application fees to a maximum of $25.00 when landlords decline reusable screening reports and obtain their own consumer reports, and requires landlords with websites to disclose whether they accept reusable screening reports.

Prohibits landlords from using credit scores or judicial actions with no finding of liability as deciding factors in tenant eligibility determinations.

Requires landlords to provide prospective tenants written notice before accepting applications that includes screening criteria, required reports, availability of units, and waiting list information.

Mandates landlords provide written adverse action notices with detailed explanations, furnish free copies of consumer reports relied upon, and allow prospective tenants a meaningful opportunity to meet and rebut inaccurate information within 7 days; establishes civil liability of up to $1,000 plus attorney fees for violations.