Public employees and officers: ethics; certain local officials acting as lobbyists outside of the course and scope of the official's office; prohibit. Amends 1978 PA 472 (MCL 4.411 - 4.431) by adding sec. 6b.

Summary

The bill adds a new section to Michigan’s lobbying law that makes it a misdemeanor for a county or city/village/township official (in communities of 20,000 or more) to work as a paid lobbyist or lobbyist agent on matters unrelated to their office. Violations can result in up to 90 days in jail, a $1,000 fine, or both. It aims to prevent conflicts of interest and preserve public trust.

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