The "Michigan Fair Chance Access to Housing Act" aims to prevent discrimination against rental applicants based on their criminal records. Under this act, landlords are prohibited from evaluating an applicant's criminal history before issuing a conditional offer for a rental unit. They must first assess the applicant based on other criteria such as income and rental history. If a conditional offer is made, landlords can only consider specific criminal offenses, such as serious felonies or those requiring sex offender registration, and must conduct an individualized assessment before withdrawing an offer based on criminal history.

Additionally, the act mandates that landlords provide written disclosures regarding their screening processes and allows applicants to present mitigating evidence related to their criminal records. It establishes protections for applicants, including the right to request documentation used in decisions regarding their applications. The act also provides immunity to landlords who comply with its provisions and outlines the department's role in investigating complaints and enforcing the law. Overall, the legislation seeks to enhance housing access for individuals with criminal records while ensuring fair treatment in the rental application process.