SB0964

Elections: voting procedures; voter access and assistance provisions; provide for. Amends secs. 726, 736 & 751 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.726 et seq.); adds secs. 653c, 653d, 653e, 726a & 753a & repeals sec. 579 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.579). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0961'26, SB 0963'26

Introduced·5/13/26
Introduced Text

Michigan SB0964 amends voting procedures to enhance voter access and assistance.

Michigan SB0964 amends the state's election law to improve voter access and assistance. It mandates that local governments provide timely notices to the Secretary of State regarding changes in election methods, governmental reorganizations, and ballot language changes. The bill also requires local governments to offer voting assistance to individuals unable to enter polling places or early voting sites. Additionally, it allows individuals to provide food, warmth, or other necessities to voters in line, provided they do not interfere with the voting process.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Reported Favorably Without Amendment 5/20/2026

4 Yea

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1 Nay

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Calendar

May 20

3:00 PM

Senate Elections and Ethics

History

Jun 4

Senate

Reported By Committee Of The Whole Favorably Without Amendment(s)

Jun 4

Senate

Placed On Order Of Third Reading

May 27

Senate

Reported Favorably Without Amendment 5/20/2026