Mich. Comp. Laws § § 37.1604
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Sec. 604. Nothing in this act shall be interpreted as invalidating any other act that establishes or provides programs or services for persons with disabilities.
Michigan Civil Rights Act § 37.1604 establishes that the protections and requirements found in MCL § 37.1101 et seq. do not override or nullify other laws that create programs or services specifically for people with disabilities. The provision functions as a compatibility clause, ensuring that disability-related legislation can coexist and operate alongside one another. In effect, multiple layers of legal protection for people with disabilities may apply simultaneously without one law canceling out another.
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Under § 37.1604, property owners and managers should be aware that compliance with MCL § 37.1101 et seq. does not exhaust their obligations — other state or federal laws establishing disability-related programs or services may independently apply to their operations. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with the full landscape of disability-related requirements rather than treating any single statute as the sole governing authority. Recognizing that § 37.1604 preserves the validity of other disability-focused laws helps operators avoid the mistaken assumption that meeting one law's standards automatically satisfies all applicable requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 37.1604 of MCL § 37.1101 et seq. means that tenants with disabilities may have access to rights and protections under multiple laws simultaneously, since this provision explicitly prevents one law from canceling out another. If a tenant believes their rights under a disability-related program or service have been violated, they may have avenues under more than one legal framework to seek redress. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help individuals understand which combination of laws may be relevant to their circumstances.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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