12/31/08-A bill died that sought to expand the state attorney general’s authority to investigate excessive fuel prices. Court-ordered subpoenas based on probable cause no longer would have been needed before proceeding with actions against suspected violators.
Sponsored by Sen. Mark Schauer, D-Battle Creek, SB1504 also called for defining what is considered to be grossly excessive pricing for goods and services.
An identical bill – HB6250 – met the same fate.

9/23/08-A bill in the Senate Judiciary Committee would expand the state attorney general’s authority to investigate excessive fuel prices. Court-ordered subpoenas based on probable cause no longer would be needed before proceeding with actions against suspected violators.
Sponsored by Sen. Mark Schauer, D-Battle Creek, SB1504 also would define what is considered to be grossly excessive pricing for goods and services.
For bill status, call (517) 373-2400.
An identical bill – HB6250 – also is in the Senate Judiciary Committee. The House already approved it.