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 other application criteria such as income and rental history. If a landlord does consider an applicant's criminal record after a conditional offer, they can only take into account specific serious offenses, such as arson or certain sexual crimes, and must conduct an individualized assessment that allows the applicant to present mitigating evidence.

Additionally, the act mandates that landlords provide written disclosures regarding their screening processes and the rights of applicants. It establishes that landlords who comply with the act are immune from liability related to their decisions based on criminal records. The Department of Attorney General is tasked with enforcing the act and investigating complaints, while also ensuring that applicants are informed of their rights through a standardized form that must be attached to rental applications and lease agreements. The act emphasizes the importance of fair housing practices and aims to support individuals with criminal records in accessing housing opportunities.