The bill amends the existing law regulating political activity in Michigan by adding a new section, 6d, which imposes restrictions on former high-ranking state officials. Specifically, it prohibits former governors, lieutenant governors, and heads of principal departments from making expenditures or receiving compensation for lobbying activities for a period of two years after leaving office, provided their term begins on or after January 1, 2027. The threshold for what constitutes lobbying that requires registration as a lobbyist agent will be used to determine the applicability of this restriction.

Violations of this new provision will be classified as a misdemeanor, with penalties including imprisonment for up to 90 days, a fine of up to $1,000, or both. However, the bill clarifies that these restrictions do not prevent former officials from taking new positions within state government or running for elected office. The act is set to take immediate effect upon approval.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (S-2) AND AMENDMENT(S): 4.411, 4.431
Substitute (S-2): 4.411, 4.431
House Introduced Bill: 4.411, 4.431
As Passed by the House: 4.411, 4.431
As Passed by the Senate: 4.411, 4.431
House Concurred Bill: 4.411, 4.431
House Enrolled Bill: 4.411, 4.431