MI HB6049

Eliminates the straight-ticket voting option in Michigan elections by removing language that allowed voters to mark a single circle to vote for all candidates of one party.

Requires voters to individually mark candidates of their choice by making a cross (X) or check mark (✓) in squares before each candidate's name on the ballot.

Removes instructions and ballot provisions related to voting an entire party ticket, including the ability to split tickets by marking a party circle and then adding individual candidates.

Modifies ballot language and voting instructions to clarify that voters must vote for individual candidates rather than by party affiliation.

Makes the act contingent on the enactment of House Bill 6048, indicating these two bills are designed to work together as part of a unified election reform package.