HB 5721 Michigan House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Businesses: other; business charging a fee for obtaining military discharge records; prohibit. Amends sec. 3k of 1976 PA 331 (MCL 445.903k).

This bill prohibits businesses from charging fees to veterans or their families for obtaining military discharge records, specifically form DD214. It amends Michigan's consumer protection act to ban compensation for providing or assisting in obtaining this document, while allowing accredited government agencies, recognized veterans' organizations, and federal accredited individuals to receive payment for related services. The legislation also requires clear disclosures in advertisements for veterans' benefit events and prohibits businesses from guaranteeing specific benefit outcomes. The law applies to anyone engaged in trade or commerce but excludes state, county, city, and federal officials acting in their official capacities.
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Mar 2026
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Introduced Mar 17, 2026 Last action Mar 18, 2026
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Mar 17, 2026
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referred to Committee on Families and Veterans
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Mar 17, 2026
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introduced by Representative Rep. Will Snyder
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