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This bill, known as the "State Officers Public Trust Guarantee Act," aims to prevent potential conflicts of interest by establishing a two-year employment restriction for state officers after leaving public office. Specifically, beginning January 1, 2026, any state officer (defined as an individual appointed by the governor or another executive department official) will be prohibited from accepting employment or providing compensated services to any person or entity with which they previously conducted official business, such as through a request for proposal or by issuing payment for services while in their governmental role. The bill defines "person" broadly to include individuals, corporations, limited liability companies, associations, and other legal entities. Violations of this restriction would be considered a misdemeanor, punishable by up to 90 days in prison, a fine of up to $1,000, or both. The purpose of this legislation appears to be preventing potential "revolving door" scenarios where public officials might make decisions that could benefit future private sector employers, thereby protecting the public trust and maintaining ethical standards in government service.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-5245