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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
