SB 1114 Summary

• Amends Michigan election law (1954 PA 116) sections 758 and 759 to add a new category of "absent voter" for electors who apply in person with the clerk and present official photo identification.

• New absent voter category (section 758(1)(g)) allows electors applying in person to qualify by presenting a state personal ID card, driver's license, or other generally recognized picture identification.

• Modifies section 759 to clarify that absent voter ballot applications must comply with the new photo ID requirement when an elector applies in person under section 758(1)(g).

• Creates separate ballot application form for in-person applicants with photo ID, with simplified grounds for application and security provisions including certificates from registered electors who return applications.

• Takes effect January 1, 2017; includes severability clause stating if any portion is found invalid, the entire act is invalid.