MI HB6058

Prohibits lobbyists and lobbyist agents from giving or purchasing food and beverages for legislators, effective upon passage, with violations punishable as a misdemeanor (up to 90 days imprisonment or $5,000 fine for individuals; $10,000 for non-individuals).

Reorganizes and clarifies definitions in the lobbyist registration statute, including adding "influencing" and "governmental body" definitions and restructuring the "official in the executive branch" definition with updated department names and commission references.

Modifies reporting requirements to clarify that reports must be signed, filed on specified dates (January 31 and August 31), and include information about expenditures categorized by type, financial transactions, and lobbying activities.

Updates language throughout regarding food and beverage reporting thresholds ($25/month or $150/year) and exemptions for events with 25+ non-legislator public officials in attendance.

Clarifies record-keeping requirements for lobbyists and lobbyist agents regarding expenditures and food/beverage provisions, with violations punishable as misdemeanors (up to $1,000 fine and 90 days imprisonment) or felonies depending on violation type and entity status.