SB0963

Elections: voters; language assistance for elections act; create. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0961'26, SB 0962'26

Chamber Passed·6/16/26

Michigan SB0963 establishes the Language Assistance for Elections Act, requiring certain local governments to provide language assistance for.

Michigan SB0963, the Language Assistance for Elections Act, mandates that local governments with specific populations of limited English proficiency residents provide language assistance for elections. This includes translating voter-facing materials and offering interpretation services. The act creates a Language Access Advisory Council to advise on implementing these provisions. It also outlines procedures for addressing potential violations, including notification letters, mediation, and legal actions.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 20–17 · Jun 16
Current
Election Integrity Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

20 Yea

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17 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

May 20

3:00 PM

Senate Elections and Ethics

History

Jun 16

Senate

Passed Roll Call # 123 Yeas 20 Nays 17 Excused 1 Not Voting 0

Jun 16

House

Received On 06/16/2026

Jun 16

House

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