MI SB1170

Transfers enforcement authority from the Attorney General to the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, giving the director primary responsibility for implementing and administering the Shopping Reform and Modernization Act.

Removes price display requirements for coin-operated vending machines, prepared food for immediate consumption, unpackaged food items, small items (under 3 ounces/3 cubic inches/$0.30), live plants, live animals, cigarette packages of 20 or fewer, and gift merchandise sent by mail.

Establishes civil fine structure for violations: first violation $150-$2,500, second violation within 2 years $500-$5,000, third or subsequent violation $500-$10,000, plus investigation costs and economic benefits; allows director to negotiate consent agreements and permits court actions for non-compliance.

Adds new inspection authority allowing the director to regularly inspect businesses subject to the act without charging fees for routine inspections, except for reinspections of noncompliant businesses or inspections requested by the business.

Allows prosecuting attorneys to conduct investigations and institute actions under the act in the same manner as the Attorney General or Department.