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Technology (Broadband Access)

Every technology bill, vote, and legislator stance in Michigan, automatically classified by Maddy, our AI policy reader.

MI Legislature US Congress
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2025-2026 Regular Session
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in committee · Michigan · House Aug 28, 2025

HB 4826: Consumer protection: unfair trade practices; disclosure of automatic renewal provisions in consumer contracts; require. Amends 1976 PA 331 (MCL 445.901 - 445.922) by adding sec. 3j. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4827'25

HB 4826 requires businesses selling services or goods with automatic renewal provisions to clearly disclose key terms in consumer contracts using 14-point type. This includes details on renewal periods, pricing changes (like after free trials), cancellation procedures, and a method to cancel easily (e.g., website link or toll-free number). Businesses must also send electronic reminders 30-60 days before renewal and provide 30 days to cancel after notice. The law applies to most consumer contracts but excludes telecom/broadband services regulated by the Michigan Public Service Commission and certain insurance contracts. It aims to prevent surprise charges and make cancellation straightforward for consumers.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires clear disclosure of auto-renewal terms in digital contracts, enhancing consumer transparency and protection in tech services per consumer protection indicators.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications
in committee · Michigan · Senate Apr 16, 2025

SB 209: Individual income tax: deductions; certain broadband expansion grants; deduct from taxable income. Amends secs. 30, 623 & 815 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.30 et seq.).

Senate Bill 209 proposes to amend Michigan's Income Tax Act of 1967. This bill would allow individuals to deduct certain broadband expansion grants from their taxable income. By doing so, it would reduce the amount of income subject to state tax for those who receive these grants. The changes would impact sections 30, 623, and 815 of the existing act, which define taxable income and related provisions.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllows tax deduction for broadband grants, reducing taxable income - providing direct tax relief to recipients.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allows tax deductions for broadband expansion grants, directly incentivizing internet access expansion per its summary and subjects.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Tax Incentives Broadband Access Telecommunications