Michigan Senate Bill SB0935

Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/29/26
• Refer: 4/29/26
• Report Pass: 5/13/26
• Refer: 5/13/26
• Report Pass: 5/14/26
• Engrossed: 5/19/26
• Refer: 5/19/26

Caption

Mobile homes: other; mobile home commission act; revise. Amends secs. 17, 18, 25, 28, 28a & 29 of 1987 PA 96 (MCL 125.2317 et seq.) & adds secs. 28d & 28e. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0934'26, SB 0936'26, SB 0937'26

Impact

The bill is intended to enhance tenant protections in mobile home parks significantly. By limiting what park owners can charge residents, it aims to foster a more equitable leasing environment. Furthermore, it mandates written lease agreements with clear terms regarding renewals, thereby safeguarding tenants against unexpected lease non-renewals and promoting transparency in park operations. These amendments could set a new standard for tenant rights within the mobile home sector in Michigan, striving to make living conditions in these parks more secure and predictable.

Summary

Senate Bill 0935 aims to amend the Mobile Home Commission Act, introducing various provisions aimed at regulating mobile home parks and the practices of park owners and operators. A significant aspect of this bill is the requirement for the Department and its representatives to conduct annual inspections of mobile home parks. These inspections will assess compliance with established standards, ensuring that necessary improvements are documented and communicated to local governments. Additionally, the bill addresses financial practices by prohibiting unfair charges, such as entrance and exit fees associated with park residency, thereby protecting tenants from potential exploitation.

Contention

While the bill appears beneficial, it has faced discussions regarding the potential limitations it places on mobile home park owners. Critics argue that the regulations may overburden park operators with compliance demands, particularly concerning inspection and reporting requirements. The added burden of adhering to strict financial regulations may also limit the flexibility that park owners currently have in managing their businesses. Moreover, areas concerning electronic billing systems and tenant data collection practices have raised concerns over privacy and accessibility, warranting further consideration in the legislative discourse.