MI HB4456

Prohibits employers from monitoring employee communications unless they establish a written communication monitoring policy that is disclosed to and acknowledged in writing by each employee subject to monitoring

Requires monitoring policies to specify the methods, media types, communication types, and frequency of monitoring, and mandates advance written notice before monitoring occurs

Limits employer monitoring to electronic devices and communication devices owned by the employer; employers cannot monitor employees' personal devices

Prohibits employers from requesting or accepting waivers of employee rights under state or federal monitoring laws

Establishes penalties of $5,000 or actual damages (whichever is greater) plus reasonable attorney fees for employers who violate the act