MI SB1323

Requires governor appointments to occupational boards to be made with senate advice and consent, and mandates seeking nominations from professional associations, consumer groups, labor unions, and other organizations.

Establishes board members for Michigan registered reporters must be members of a generally recognized media or press association, as determined by the department.

Creates a voluntary registration system for reporters under new Article 8, defining "reporter" as individuals who write for newspapers/websites, broadcast on radio/television, or provide editorial commentary or opinion pieces through media.

Sets reporter registration requirements including good moral character, industry ethics knowledge, journalism degree or 3+ years experience, writing samples, and (after 2 years) at least one letter of recommendation from an active registered reporter.

Establishes $10.00 registration fee for reporters with 2-year registration terms; prohibits use of "Michigan registered reporter" title without registration, but does not require registration to work as a reporter or use generic media job titles.