A bill to amend 1976 PA 388, entitled “Michigan campaign finance act,” by amending sections 3, 11, 12, 21, 24, and 52 (MCL 169.203, 169.211, 169.212, 169.221, 169.224, and 169.252), sections 3 and 11 as amended by 2017 PA 119, sections 12, 21, and 24 as amended by 2019 PA 93, and section 52 as amended by 2015 PA 269, and by adding section 21b.
Amends the Michigan Campaign Finance Act of 1976 (PA 388). Key changes include a redefinition of "candidate," clarifications on candidate committees, campaign statements, and the categorization of various committees. It expands the definition of "person" for campaign finance purposes, introduces terms such as "payroll deduction plan," and outlines detailed requirements for political committees, political merchandise, political parties, and public bodies. The bill specifies what constitutes a "qualifying contribution" for gubernatorial candidates, defines a "recall candidate," and mandates the establishment of financial accounts for campaign contributions and expenditures, including the appointment of a treasurer. It also addresses the handling of contributions, prohibiting coercion or physical force in obtaining contributions, and sets forth rules for recall committees, including treasurer appointment, account establishment, and expenditure regulations.
Co-sponsored by Reps.
Referred to the Committee on Government Operations
