Section 169.210 - Definitions; M to N.

MICHIGAN CAMPAIGN FINANCE ACT (EXCERPT)
Act 388 of 1976

169.210 Definitions; M to N.

Sec. 10.

(1) “Major political party” means a political party qualified to have its name listed on the general election ballot whose candidate for governor received 25% or more of the popular vote cast in the preceding gubernatorial election. If only 1 political party received 25% or more of the popular vote cast for governor in the preceding gubernatorial election, then the political party with the second highest vote shall be deemed a major party.

(2) “Minor political party” means a political party qualified to have its name listed on the general election ballot but which does not qualify as a major party.

(3) “Nominee” means an individual nominated to be a candidate.


History: 1976, Act 388, Imd. Eff. Dec. 30, 1976