The bill amends the Michigan Campaign Finance Act by updating definitions and provisions related to candidates, candidate committees, expenditures, and incidental expenses. Notably, it clarifies the definition of "candidate" to include individuals who file for elective office, are nominated by a political party, or engage in activities aimed at securing their nomination or election. Additionally, the bill introduces the term "caregiving expenses," which refers to costs incurred for the care of individuals with disabilities or medical conditions as a result of campaign activities or while carrying out the duties of an elective office.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the definition of "expenditure" to include caregiving expenses directly resulting from a candidate's campaign activities and specifies that incidental expenses can encompass a range of necessary costs associated with fulfilling the responsibilities of an elective office. The amendments also adjust the language regarding candidate committees and clarify the conditions under which certain expenditures are excluded from the definition of "expenditure." Overall, these changes aim to enhance transparency and accountability in campaign finance while accommodating the unique needs of candidates and public officials.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 169.203