Modifies eligibility of Michigan secretary of state to run for office if vacancy occurs.

The bill amends the Michigan election law to modify the circumstances under which the office of secretary of state becomes vacant. It specifies that the office becomes vacant if the incumbent files a nominating petition or filing fee for another office, is nominated to another office, or is appointed to any other elected or appointed public office. The bill also mandates that a notice of such vacancy must be given to the governor within 10 days.

Modifies eligibility of Michigan secretary of state to run for office if vacancy occurs.

The bill amends the Michigan election law to modify the circumstances under which the office of secretary of state becomes vacant. It specifies that the office becomes vacant if the incumbent files a nominating petition or filing fee for another office, is nominated to another office, or is appointed to any other elected or appointed public office. The bill also mandates that a notice of such vacancy must be given to the governor within 10 days.