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MI SB0954
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends section 488 of the Michigan Election Law (MCL 168.488) to clarify petition requirements for political subdivisions.
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Section 544c applies to nominating petitions for offices in political subdivisions, including circulation and signing requirements.
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Sections 482(1), (4), and (5) apply to petitions placing questions on ballots before electors of political subdivisions, with specified formatting and compliance requirements.
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Petition forms must follow the format and warning language provided in section 544c(1) and comply with section 544c(2).
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Violations of applicable petition provisions are subject to penalties prescribed in the Michigan Election Law; bill takes effect November 15, 2010, contingent on enactment of Senate Bill 952.
Legislative Description
Elections; petitions; technical amendments to Michigan election law concerning ballot question petitions; provide for. Amends sec. 488 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.488). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0952'09
Elections, petitions
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Ethics And Elections
2/2/2010