SALE OF WINDOW BLINDS S.B. 603:
FLOOR SUMMARY
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Senate Bill 603 (as reported without amendment)
Sponsor: Senator Mike Kowall
Committee: Regulatory Reform
CONTENT
The bill would amend the Michigan Consumer Protection Act to prohibit a person engaged in the retail sale of goods from selling in Michigan window blinds that did not include the following:
-- Cleats, hardware, and instructions for installation that would allow the window blind cord to be secured.
-- A warning about the danger of accidental hanging or strangulation from a window blind cord that was not secured.
In addition, the Act states that unfair, unconscionable, or deceptive methods, acts, or practices in the conduct of trade or commerce are unlawful, and it lists activities that constitute these methods, acts, or practices. The bill would include a violation of its prohibition in the list.
MCL 445.903 et al. Legislative Analyst: Patrick Affholter
FISCAL IMPACT
The bill would have no fiscal impact on State or local government.
Date Completed: 1-26-12 Fiscal Analyst: Joe Carrasco
Analysis was prepared by nonpartisan Senate staff for use by the Senate in its deliberations and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent. sb603/1112