MI HB4840

Extends the retention period for election returns (poll lists, statements, tally sheets, absent voter materials) from 2 years to 22 months following a primary or election.

Requires voter registration and absent voter applications to be preserved for 6 years following the primary or election in which they were executed.

Changes the general ballot destruction timeline from 30 days after board of canvassers certification to 22 months for all state and federal primary or election ballots, unless a recount petition, section 879 petition, or court order is in effect.

Establishes a 30-day retention period for electronic poll book flash drives after board of state canvassers certification, except when a recount petition, section 879 petition, or court restraining order is filed.

Adds electronic poll book flash drives to the list of election materials the secretary of state may authorize for release, subject to the same conditions that prevent release of ballots and voting equipment.