This bill amends the Michigan Consumer Protection Act by adding new provisions to Section 3 and introducing Section 3j. The amendments to Section 3 include clarifications and updates to the definitions of unfair, unconscionable, or deceptive practices in trade or commerce. Notable changes include the replacement of pronouns with more inclusive language, such as changing "he or she" to "the person" and "his or her" to "the consumer's." Additionally, the bill specifies that the Attorney General may promulgate rules to implement the act, ensuring that no new unfair trade practices are created beyond those already enumerated.

Section 3j establishes price limits for bottled drinking water sold at entertainment venues, effective January 1, 2027. The bill sets maximum prices based on the size of the bottled water, with specific caps for various capacities. Furthermore, it mandates that these prices be adjusted every five years based on the Detroit Consumer Price Index. Violations of these pricing regulations can result in civil fines up to 10% of the total ticket sales from the event where the violation occurred. The section also defines key terms such as "bottled drinking water," "Detroit Consumer Price Index," and "entertainment venue."

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 445.903