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HB 5149

Occupations: vehicles, dealers, and repair facilities; hidden storage fees by a motor vehicle repair facility; prohibit. Amends secs. 7e & 32 of 1974 PA 300 (MCL 257.1307e & 257.1332).

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Brian BeGole and 25 co-sponsors

Overview: HB 5149, "Occupations: vehicles, dealers, and repair facilities; hidden storage fees by a motor vehicle repair facility; prohibit", was electronically reproduced on 10/28

bill electronically reproduced 10/28/2025
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Bill Summary · HB 5149

Overview: HB 5149, "Occupations: vehicles, dealers, and repair facilities; hidden storage fees by a motor vehicle repair facility; prohibit", was electronically reproduced on 10/28/2025 and introduced in the legislature on March 14, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to prohibit motor vehicle repair facilities from charging hidden storage fees to customers. The intent is to increase transparency and prevent unexpected or unfair charges for vehicle owners.

Key Provisions:
- Prohibits motor vehicle repair facilities from charging storage fees without the customer's prior written consent
- Requires repair facilities to provide a detailed, itemized invoice that clearly discloses any storage fees
- Establishes penalties for repair facilities that violate the storage fee disclosure requirements

Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would directly impact motor vehicle owners who use repair services, protecting them from hidden or unexpected storage fees. It would also affect motor vehicle repair facilities, requiring them to be more transparent in their billing practices.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: HB 5149 has been electronically reproduced and is currently in the legislative process. The next steps would be for the bill to be considered and potentially voted on by the relevant legislative committees and chambers.

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

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