The bill amends the Michigan Consumer Protection Act by updating Section 3 and adding a new Section 3p. It defines various unfair, unconscionable, or deceptive practices in trade or commerce, including misleading representations about goods or services, false advertising, and failing to disclose material facts. Notable changes include the clarification of terms related to the representation of goods and services, such as replacing pronouns with specific references to "the goods or services" and "the person" to enhance clarity. Additionally, it introduces a requirement for sellers of event tickets to clearly indicate that they are third-party sellers and disclose any associated fees before completing a sale.

The new Section 3p specifically mandates that individuals selling tickets for events in Michigan, who are not acting on behalf of the venue or event, must include a prominent statement on the ticket indicating their third-party status. This statement must be printed in at least 18-point type. Furthermore, sellers are required to disclose any fees that must be paid to purchase the ticket prior to finalizing the sale. These amendments aim to enhance consumer protection by ensuring transparency and reducing deceptive practices in the marketplace.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 445.903