SB0243

Elections: local; term of office for elected officials; modify. Amends 1909 PA 279 (MCL 117.1 - 117.38) by adding sec. 3c.

Chamber Passed·5/6/25

Michigan SB0243 modifies the term of office for city officers elected after December 31, 2024.

Michigan SB0243 amends the state's election laws by changing the start time for terms of city officers elected after December 31, 2024. The bill specifies that these terms must commence at 12 noon on the first day of the month following the officer's election. This change applies regardless of any conflicting charter provisions. The bill also addresses the timing for individuals elected to fill vacancies, requiring them to take the oath of office only after the results have been certified by the appropriate board of canvassers.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 37–0 · May 6, 2025
Current
Election Integrity Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

37 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 24, 2025

9:00 AM

Senate Elections and Ethics

History

May 6, 2025

Senate

Passed Roll Call # 77 Yeas 37 Nays 0 Excused 0 Not Voting 0

May 6, 2025

House

Received On 05/06/2025

May 6, 2025

House

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