Michigan Campaign Finance Act.pdf

The bill amends the Michigan Campaign Finance Act by revising sections related to candidate and committee definitions, election cycles, and incidental expenses. Key changes include:
- Revising the definition of "candidate" to include individuals who receive contributions or make expenditures with a view to nomination or election.
- Defining "candidate committee" as a committee designated by a candidate and under their control.
- Establishing a "closing date" for campaign statements.
- Revising the definition of "committee" to include persons receiving contributions or making expenditures over $500 in a calendar year.
- Defining "domestic dependent sovereign" as an Indian tribe acknowledged by the US government.
- Revising the definition of "election" to include primary, general, special, or millage elections, and recall votes.
- Establishing "election cycle" periods for general and special elections.
- Defining "elective office" as a public office filled by election, excluding precinct delegate and certain school board members.
- Revising the definition of "incidental expense" to include ordinary and necessary expenses for carrying out the business of an elective office.