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SB 353

Consumer protection: solicitations; unfair trade practices; revise practices relating to deceptive telephone solicitations. Amends sec. 3 of 1976 PA 331 (MCL 445.903). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0351'25

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sarah Anthony and 11 co-sponsors

Michigan strengthens consumer protections by expanding penalties and enforcement tools against deceptive telephone solicitations under state consumer protection law.

referred to Committee on Regulatory Reform
#communications:telecommunications #consumerprotection:solicitations #consumerprotection:unfairtradepractices
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Bill Summary · SB 353

Legislative bill overview

SB 353 amends Michigan's consumer protection law (the Michigan Consumer Protection Act) to strengthen regulations against deceptive telephone solicitations and expand the definition of unfair trade practices. The bill passed the Senate unanimously and is now in the House Committee on Regulatory Reform.

Why is this important

Telephone scams and deceptive solicitation practices cost Michigan consumers millions annually, targeting vulnerable populations including seniors. Strengthening enforcement tools and clarifying prohibited practices gives state attorneys general and consumers better legal recourse against bad-faith actors while potentially reducing predatory calling campaigns.

Potential points of contention

  • Business compliance costs: Legitimate telemarketing and survey companies may face increased compliance burdens and potential liability under expanded definitions of "deceptive" practices
  • Definition specificity: The bill's tie-bar relationship with SB 351 suggests interdependent language; unclear how "deceptive" is defined could lead to overly broad enforcement or legal challenges
  • Enforcement resources: New protections are only effective if the Attorney General's office has sufficient funding and staffing to investigate and prosecute violations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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