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SB 698

Campaign finance: statements and reports; filing of campaign statements; modify. Amends secs. 15, 16, 17, 24b, 33 & 82 of 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.215 et seq.) & repeals secs. 34 & 35 of 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.234 & 169.235).

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sam Singh and 1 co-sponsor

SB 698 restructures Michigan campaign finance reporting requirements by modifying filing procedures and eliminating two existing reporting mandates, affecting campaign transparency and disclosure timelines.

referred to Committee on Election Integrity
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Bill Summary · SB 698

Legislative bill overview

SB 698 modifies Michigan's campaign finance reporting requirements by amending multiple sections of the 1976 Campaign Finance Act and repealing two existing sections. The bill changes how campaign statements and reports must be filed and reported to the public, while eliminating certain reporting provisions currently in law.

Why is this important

Campaign finance transparency is fundamental to public trust in elections and allows voters to understand who is funding political candidates and causes. Changes to filing requirements and reporting procedures directly affect how quickly and completely the public can access information about campaign money, which influences both electoral accountability and candidates' fundraising strategies.

Potential points of contention

  • Transparency vs. compliance burden: Modifications to filing requirements could either increase transparency (if more detailed reporting is required) or reduce it (if reporting deadlines are extended or details simplified), depending on the specific amendments—the bill text doesn't specify which direction these changes go
  • Repealed sections impact: The repeal of sections 34 and 35 removes existing reporting mandates, which could weaken disclosure requirements or eliminate specific candidate/committee obligations without clear replacement provisions
  • Implementation costs: Changes to filing procedures may require updates to Michigan's campaign finance database and reporting systems, creating administrative costs for the state and compliance costs for campaigns

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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