The Michigan Election Security Act largely sidesteps the issue of noncitizen-voting, but sponsors say more targeted legislation is in the works.
Some communities vote Tuesday on local issues and school funding. The timing is a function of state law, and it helps districts plan their budgets.
Between a new vote and a nearly identical petition drive starting soon, voters still have a chance to weigh in on proof of citizenship in the state.
The Michigan Election Security Act largely sidesteps the issue of noncitizen-voting, but sponsors say more targeted legislation is in the works.
Some communities vote Tuesday on local issues and school funding. The timing is a function of state law, and it helps districts plan their budgets.
Between a new vote and a nearly identical petition drive starting soon, voters still have a chance to weigh in on proof of citizenship in the state.
Haoxiang Gao’s case has prompted legislative proposals and a petition drive after he allegedly used a loophole to register and vote despite not being a citizen.
Organizers of a petition drive get the go-ahead for their campaign to put the proposed requirement before voters in November 2026.
The order would require voters prove their citizenship and submit their ballots so that they arrive no later than when the polls close.
A multistate coalition says Trump is trying to usurp state authority over how elections work.
The Secretary of State’s review found scattered cases with no signs of a larger conspiracy.
They’re arguing that voters don’t have the power to set election laws through ballot initiatives, based on a theory that the court has repeatedly rejected.
Attorney General Dana Nessel’s office says it will appeal the decisions, as it has with other dismissed cases.
The resolution has a long way to go before it appears before voters in 2026.
The job of a local clerk is critical, but a growing workload and the threat of harassment deter potential candidates.
Does the cost of documents amount to a poll tax? The bill’s Republican author bristles at the suggestion.
Benson said the legislation could involve changes to same-day registration procedures, but she remains opposed to a proposed proof-of-citizenship requirement.
Rachelle Smit is ‘not shy’ about repeating false claims of fraud in 2020. Now she’ll help shape state election law as Republicans look to add a proof-of-citizenship requirement for voters.
The proposal would amend the state constitution and come before voters next year. It would apply retroactively to currently registered voters.
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The change lines up with priorities identified by Republican leaders, including tighter rules on proof of citizenship and voter ID.
From Arizona to Pennsylvania, judges, lawmakers, and election officials will be busy shaping new policies that govern how we vote.
More than 1.2 million voters cast their ballots early in person.