The proposed bill amends the Michigan Campaign Finance Act by adding Section 30a, which establishes restrictions on political contributions from contractors and prospective contractors seeking state or local government contracts. Specifically, it prohibits these individuals from making donations or contributions to various political entities, including candidate committees for state elective office, political party committees, and 501(c)(4) committees, both at the state and local levels. This prohibition begins 18 months prior to seeking a contract and continues for 18 months after the contract period ends.

Violations of this section can result in significant penalties, including the cancellation of contracts or disqualification from future contracts for a period of three years. The bill also outlines definitions for key terms such as "contractor," "principal," and "prospective contractor," ensuring clarity in the application of these restrictions. Additionally, it provides a provision that no violation occurs if an improper contribution is returned within a specified timeframe. Overall, the bill aims to enhance transparency and reduce potential conflicts of interest in government contracting.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 169.201, 169.282