HB 4382
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.
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Bill overview
This bill prohibits utility companies and their related entities from contributing to certain types of political organizations, including 501(c)(4) and 527 organizations, candidate committees, and political parties. It defines who qualifies as a ‘covered person’ – encompassing utility executives, holding company principals, and entities with significant ownership stakes – and establishes a civil fine for violations. The goal is to limit potential influence of utilities in state elections.
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