The bill aims to prohibit certain hiring practices by state agencies in Michigan, mandating that hiring for unclassified employment must be based on objective and merit-based factors, such as relevant education or work experience. This requirement is intended to ensure fairness and transparency in the hiring process within the executive branch of the state government. The bill defines "state agency" and "unclassified employment" to clarify the scope of its application.

Additionally, the bill establishes civil sanctions for state agencies that fail to comply with these hiring practices. Specifically, a state agency found in violation of this act would be subject to a civil fine of up to $10,000 for each infraction, with the attorney general authorized to take action to collect these fines. The collected fines would be directed to the general fund, reinforcing accountability among state agencies in their hiring processes.