SB0241

Elections: local; term of office for elected officials; modify. Amends 1909 PA 278 (MCL 78.1 - 78.28) by adding sec. 24e. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4358'25, HB 4359'25, SB 0240'25

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Michigan SB0241 modifies the term of office for elected village officials, aligning their start dates with December 1.

Michigan SB0241 amends the state's election laws to change the term of office for village officers elected after December 31, 2024. The bill mandates that these officers' terms must commence at 12 noon on December 1, overriding any conflicting charter provisions. This change ensures a standardized start date for village officers across the state.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

36 Yea

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1 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 28

9:00 AM

House Election Integrity

Apr 24, 2025

9:00 AM

Senate Elections and Ethics

History

Jun 23

Senate

Presented To Governor 6/18/2026 9:32 Am

Jun 23

Senate

Approved By Governor 6/20/2026 1:10 Pm

Jun 23

Senate

Filed With Secretary Of State 6/22/2026 1:46 Pm