SB0198

Michigan SB0198 regulates data collection and sharing by automobile dealers and manufacturers.

Michigan SB0198, known as the "motor vehicle dealer data collection act," establishes rules for data collection and sharing between automobile dealers and manufacturers. It defines terms such as "protected dealer data," "dealer data system," and "required manufacturer data." The act mandates that manufacturers obtain express written consent from dealers before accessing, sharing, or using protected dealer data. It prohibits unreasonable restrictions on data sharing and mandates indemnification for dealers if data is misused.