The bill amends the Revised Judicature Act of 1961 to enhance tenant rights and clarify the eviction process in Michigan. It introduces provisions that allow individuals unlawfully evicted from their property to recover three times their actual damages or a minimum of $200, in addition to regaining possession. The bill defines unlawful interference with a tenant's possessory interest, including actions like using force or changing locks without providing keys, while also stating that actions taken under a court order or when a tenant has abandoned the premises do not constitute unlawful interference. Furthermore, it modifies the process for landlords to regain possession, requiring them to demonstrate good cause for eviction and establishing a rebuttable presumption against unreasonable rent increases.

Additionally, the bill outlines specific conditions under which a landlord can evict a tenant, such as substantial lease breaches or violations that could lead to civil or criminal sanctions. It emphasizes the need for timely service of summons in eviction cases and clarifies the rights of tenants to seek damages or injunctive relief. The amendments aim to balance tenant protections with landlords' rights to manage their properties effectively. The bill also includes provisions for its enactment, stating it will take effect 90 days after being enacted, contingent upon the enactment of House Bill No. 4982.