Military affairs: other; direct deposit for compensation of Michigan national guard members; provide for. Amends sec. 6 of 1978 PA 390 (MCL 408.476).
What changed between versions
Added payroll debit cards as a legal method for paying wages, subject to strict compliance with federal garnishment protections.
Mandated that employers must provide a written form and clear statements explaining that failing to return the form within 30 days is presumed consent to use a debit card.
Required detailed written disclosures on debit cards, including itemized fee lists, methods for free balance checks, and warnings about out-of-network ATM charges.
Prohibited employers from charging employees any fees or costs related to the payment process or establishing the payroll system.
Established that employees can request a change in payment method at any time, and employers must implement the change within one pay period.
Formalized the definition of 'payroll debit card' to ensure it is issued by a federally insured institution and provides immediate access to funds via ATMs.