Civil procedure: foreclosure; notifications in foreclosure and eviction proceedings; modify requirements. Amends 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.101 - 600.9947) by adding secs. 3103, 3203, 5709 & 5774. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5630'24
Impact
The implications of HB5631 on state law are significant as it modifies existing legal frameworks concerning foreclosure and eviction notifications. By reinforcing compliance with existing disability rights legislation, the bill aims to enhance protections for individuals in vulnerable situations, particularly those facing eviction due to financial hardship. This could result in better-informed decisions and might prevent potential injustices that arise from inadequate notifications.
Summary
House Bill 5631 aims to amend the Revised Judicature Act of 1961 by introducing new sections that establish revised requirements for notifications in foreclosure and eviction proceedings. The bill requires that any person required to provide a notification in these contexts must comply with Section 506b of the Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act. This aligns the notification processes with disability rights protections, ensuring that individuals with disabilities are adequately informed during legal credit transactions.
Contention
While the bill seems geared towards improving legal processes and protections for individuals with disabilities, there may be contention regarding how these requirements are enforced and the additional burden placed on those responsible for issuing notifications. Critics may argue that the new stipulations could complicate and prolong the already challenging processes of foreclosure and eviction, which can have negative consequences for property owners and lenders. Additionally, the reliance on tie-bar mechanisms with other bills, such as HB5630, indicates that its enactment is contingent on broader legislative agreements, which could introduce further debate and negotiation.
Same As
Civil rights: disabilities discrimination; modifications for notifications of eviction and foreclosure; provide for. Amends 1976 PA 220 (MCL 37.1101 - 37.1607) by adding sec. 506b. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5631'24
Civil rights: disabilities discrimination; modifications for notifications of eviction and foreclosure; provide for. Amends 1976 PA 220 (MCL 37.1101 - 37.1607) by adding sec. 506b. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5631'24
Civil procedure: other; firearm industry responsibility act; provide for. Amends 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.101 - 600.9947) by adding sec. 3845. TIE BAR WITH: HB 6185'24
Civil procedure: foreclosure; public sale of property being foreclosed by advertisement; allow to be held virtually. Amends secs. 3208, 3212, 3216 & 3220 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.3208 et seq.).
Civil procedure: evictions; court records of summary proceedings; provide for the sealing and expungement of. Amends 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.101 - 600.9947) by adding sec. 5755.
Civil procedure: evictions; court records of summary proceedings; provide for the sealing and expungement of. Amends 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.101 - 600.9947) by adding sec. 5755.
Civil procedure: evictions; limited liability companies; allow members to represent in certain situations. Amends 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.101 - 600.9947) by adding sec. 5707.
Housing: landlord and tenants; termination of tenancy; establish grounds of good cause. Amends secs. 3238, 5714, 5735, 5744, 5775 & 5779 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.3238 et seq.).