Section 484.2305b - Telecommunication service provider; duties.

MICHIGAN TELECOMMUNICATIONS ACT (EXCERPT)
Act 179 of 1991

484.2305b Telecommunication service provider; duties.

Sec. 305b.

A provider of any telecommunication service shall do all of the following:

(a) Prior to the customer purchasing the service or upon request, provide each customer a clear and simple explanation of the terms and conditions of the services purchased by the customer including, but not limited to, a statement of all fees, charges, and taxes that will be included in the customer's monthly bill.

(b) The statement required under subdivision (a) shall include a good faith estimate by the provider of the actual monthly cost that the customer will be required to pay if the service is purchased.

(c) Comply with all federal and state requirements regarding truth in billing, E 9-1-1 services, and primary basic local exchange service.

(d) If E 9-1-1 service is not available to the customer, ensure that the customer has an alternative means to reach emergency service responders.

(e) Comply with sections 505 and 507.


History: Add. 2005, Act 235, Imd. Eff. Nov. 22, 2005