Michigan SB0961 establishes the State Voting Rights Act to protect and enhance voting rights for all eligible voters.

Michigan SB0961, the State Voting Rights Act, aims to safeguard and improve voting rights for all eligible voters. It prohibits local governments from imposing qualifications or prerequisites to voting that impair the rights of protected class members. The act mandates that local governments ensure equal opportunity for all eligible voters to participate in the political process. It outlines procedures for prospective plaintiffs to notify local governments of potential violations and seek remedies.

Michigan SB0961 establishes the State Voting Rights Act to protect and enhance voting rights for all eligible voters.

Michigan SB0961, the State Voting Rights Act, aims to safeguard and improve voting rights for all eligible voters. It prohibits local governments from imposing qualifications or prerequisites to voting that impair the rights of protected class members. The act mandates that local governments ensure equal opportunity for all eligible voters to participate in the political process. It outlines procedures for prospective plaintiffs to notify local governments of potential violations and seek remedies.