Campaign finance: contributions and expenditures; contributions to political action committees by utility companies; prohibit. Amends 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.201 - 169.282) by adding sec. 30a.
Impact
Should HB 4382 be enacted, it would reshape the landscape of campaign finance by imposing stricter limitations on donations from individuals connected to regulated utilities. This change is anticipated to primarily impact the electoral influence of those affiliated with utility companies. The bill's design seeks to minimize the undue influence these entities may hold over political candidates, thereby promoting a more level playing field in state elections and enhancing public trust in the electoral process.
Summary
House Bill 4382 aims to amend the Michigan Campaign Finance Act by introducing significant restrictions on campaign contributions from certain stakeholders, particularly in relation to regulated utilities. The bill prohibits covered persons, which include individuals tied to regulated utilities and political organizations, from making donations to various political entities including candidate committees and certain non-profit organizations. This is intended to reduce potential conflicts of interest and increase transparency in campaign financing practices within the state of Michigan.
Contention
However, the bill has generated points of contention among various stakeholders. Proponents argue that limiting contributions from regulated utilities will curb corrupt practices and ensure transparency in political financing. Conversely, opponents may view the restrictions as excessive and argue that they infringe on the rights of individuals and organizations to participate in the political process. Furthermore, there are concerns about how such restrictions could affect the funding of political campaigns and the overall competitiveness among candidates, particularly those aligned with affected organizations.
Campaign finance: contributions and expenditures; contributions to political action committees by utility companies; prohibit. Amends 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.201 - 169.282) by adding sec. 30a.
Campaign finance: contributions and expenditures; certain donations by a contractor or prospective contractor under state contract; prohibit. Amends 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.201 - 169.282) by adding sec. 30a.
Campaign finance: contributions and expenditures; use of campaign funds to pay for child care expenses; allow. Amends secs. 3, 6 & 9 of 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.203 et seq.).
Campaign finance: contributions and expenditures; use of campaign funds to pay for child care expenses; allow. Amends secs. 3, 6 & 9 of 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.203 et seq.).
Public utilities: other; use of revenues as donation to a 501(c)(4) that engages in campaign or lobbying activities; prohibit. Amends 1939 PA 3 (MCL 460.1 - 460.11) by adding sec. 6aa.
Campaign finance: contributions and expenditures; exemption of a labor organization; prohibit under certain circumstances. Amends 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.201 - 169.282) by adding sec. 54a. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4234'23
State management: purchasing; awarding contracts to entities that donate or contribute to certain political candidates or committees; prohibit. Amends 1984 PA 431 (MCL 18.1101 - 18.1594) by adding sec. 264b.
Campaign finance: public disclosure; financial reporting requirement for political nonprofits; provide for. Amends 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.201 - 169.282) by adding sec. 29a.
Campaign finance: public disclosure; certain political nonprofit organizations; define. Amends secs. 5 & 7 of 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.205 & 169.207). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5580'24
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