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MI HB4826

Bill

Status

Introduced

8/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jason Morgan

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Origin

House of Representatives

103rd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Requires businesses to disclose automatic renewal provisions in consumer contracts in at least 14-point type, including renewal terms, pricing, cancellation procedures, and any changes upon renewal

  • Mandates electronic notice to consumers 30-60 days before automatic renewal for contracts renewing for more than 2 months, and ongoing notifications every 6 months (or annually for facilities providing physical equipment)

  • Prohibits businesses from charging cancellation fees at the end of contract terms, free trial periods, or renewal periods, and requires honoring all timely cancellation requests

  • Requires businesses to provide an easy-to-use cancellation mechanism, such as a dedicated website option or toll-free phone number, with prompt cancellation confirmation

  • Exempts insurance-regulated entities, service contracts under the insurance code, contracts cancelable for pro rata refunds, and telephone/wireless/broadband services regulated by the Michigan Public Service Commission

Legislative Description

Consumer protection: unfair trade practices; disclosure of automatic renewal provisions in consumer contracts; require. Amends 1976 PA 331 (MCL 445.901 - 445.922) by adding sec. 3j. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4827'25

Trade: business practices

Last Action

Bill Electronically Reproduced 08/27/2025

8/28/2025

Committee Referrals

Economic Competitiveness8/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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