Sec. 277.
A state board or commission shall not make an expenditure for mailing a letter, newsletter, report, or other publication unless 1 or more of the following is applicable:
(a) The mailing is required by law.
(b) The mailing is paid for by the person to whom the mailing is addressed.
(c) The mailing is a direct response to a specific question of the person to whom the mailing is addressed.
(d) The mailing is specifically authorized by a majority vote of a state board or commission.
(e) The mailing is sent to an individual or entity and seeks information necessary for a state board or commission to render a decision. This subdivision does not include a questionnaire or general letter which attempts to assist in the taking of a survey.
History: 1984, Act 431, Eff. Mar. 29, 1985
Popular Name: Act 431
Popular Name: DMB
Last modified: October 10, 2016