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MI SB0535

Bill

Status

Introduced

9/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

Samir Singh

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Origin

Senate

103rd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Requires businesses to disclose automatic renewal provisions in consumer contracts clearly and conspicuously in at least 14-point type, including contract length, pricing, any promotional terms, and cancellation procedures

  • Mandates electronic notice to consumers 30-60 days before automatic renewal for contracts renewing for more than 2 months, informing them of the renewal, any term changes, and how to cancel

  • Requires businesses to notify consumers every 6 months (or annually for facilities providing physical equipment) that they remain subscribed and will continue to be charged

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

  • Exempts insurance-regulated entities, telephone/wireless/broadband services regulated by the Michigan Public Service Commission, and contracts that allow pro rata refund cancellation at any time

  • Allows consumers to void contracts that violate these requirements; bill takes effect only if SB 536 is also enacted

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: SB 536'25

Trade: business practices

Last Action

Referred To Committee On Finance, Insurance, And Consumer Protection

9/10/2025

Committee Referrals

Finance, Insurance, And Consumer Protection9/10/2025

Full Bill Text

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