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MI HB5717
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jennifer Wortz
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AI Summary
- Authorizes township boards to contract with accredited election officials from nearby cities or townships to perform election duties when neither the township clerk nor deputy clerk is available
- Replaces the previous requirement that appointed fill-ins must be registered electors of the township with a requirement that contracted individuals be accredited to conduct elections under Michigan law
- Contracted individuals must live or reside within reasonable proximity to the township needing coverage
- Grants contracted individuals the same powers and authority as a deputy township clerk for registrations, nominations, and elections
- Requires contracted individuals to provide summary reports to the township board at each regularly scheduled meeting while the contract remains in effect
Legislative Description
Elections: election officials; township to contract with an accredited individual to perform election law duties in the absence of a township clerk; authorize. Amends sec. 373 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.373).
Townships: employees and officers
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 03/12/2026
3/17/2026
Committee Referrals
Election Integrity3/12/2026
Full Bill Text
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