Advocacy News – Oct. 23, 2025
What’s new: The Senate Finance, Insurance and Consumer Protection Committee heard testimony on bills this week creating new state-level regulations on telephone solicitation. The proposal — called the Telephone Solicitation Act — could open the door to frivolous lawsuits against Michigan businesses.
Why it matters: Rather than protecting consumers, these bills could divert business resources away from investment and innovation — the very things that help reduce unwanted calls and texts.
What we’re saying: In a memo to the Committee, the MI Chamber urged lawmakers to pursue a federal solution instead — updating the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) — since robocall issues don’t stop at state borders.
What’s next: The Committee may advance the bills as early as next week. The timeline for a full Senate vote remains unclear.
- The MI Chamber will continue to inform lawmakers and highlight the unintended consequences this legislation could have on Michigan employers.
Go deeper: Read more for the specific of the bills. For questions or more information, contact Mike Alaimo.