SB0820

Elections: precinct boundaries; consolidated precincts; allow during certain local elections. Amends sec. 659 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.569).

Chamber Passed·6/18/26

Michigan SB0820 allows election precinct consolidation during certain local elections, with specific notice and polling place requirements.

Michigan SB0820 amends the election precinct consolidation process, allowing consolidation during local elections excluding general November, primary, or statewide/federal elections. Election commissioners must notify voters and post notices at polling places. Consolidations must consider voter turnout and interest, and consolidated precincts cannot exceed 15,000 active registered electors.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 35–1 · Jun 18
Current
Election Integrity Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

35 Yea

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1 Nay

R

2 Absent

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Calendar

Jun 2

12:30 PM

Senate Elections and Ethics

Mar 11

9:00 AM

Senate Elections and Ethics

History

Jun 18

Senate

Passed Roll Call # 137 Yeas 35 Nays 1 Excused 2 Not Voting 0

Jun 18

House

Received On 06/18/2026

Jun 18

House

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