HB4064

Public employees and officers: ethics; state senators and representatives; prohibit from engaging in certain lobbying activities. Amends 1978 PA 472 (MCL 4.411 - 4.431) by adding sec. 6c.

Final Passage·7/3/26

Michigan HB4064 prohibits state senators and representatives from receiving compensation for lobbying activities.

Michigan HB4064 amends the existing law by adding a new section that prohibits state senators and representatives from receiving compensation for communicating with officials in the executive or legislative branches to influence legislative or administrative action. Violations of this provision are punishable by a misdemeanor, with penalties including imprisonment for up to 90 days, a fine of up to $1,000, or both. The act takes effect on January 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 28–8 · Jul 3
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

28 Yea

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8 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 13, 2025

1:00 PM

House Government Operations

History

Jul 14

House

Presented To The Governor 07/14/2026 12:12 Pm

Jul 3

Senate

Reported By Committee Of The Whole Favorably With Substitute (s-1)

Jul 3

Senate

Substitute (s-1) Concurred In