HB5192

Local government: other; use of funds to hire certain lobbyists; prohibit. Creates new act.

Introduced·10/30/25
Introduced Text

Michigan HB5192 prohibits local governments from hiring registered lobbyists for lobbying purposes.

Michigan HB5192, known as the "local government lobbyist prohibition act," prohibits local governments from entering into contracts with registered lobbyists for lobbying purposes. This includes cities, villages, townships, counties, school districts, and other local entities. Exceptions are made for employees of the local government and contracts entered into before the act's effective date. The act defines "lobbying" and "lobbyist" based on existing state law.

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History

Nov 4, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 10/30/2025

Oct 30, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Matt Maddock

Oct 30, 2025

House

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