In Grand Rapids and across Michigan, a state law means thousands of voters are getting new precincts as more people vote early or absentee.
Hayley Harding, Votebeat
A guest author for Bridge Magazine.
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Feds seeks Michigan voter rolls in election list maintenance inquiry
The US Department of Justice is asking Michigan for a copy of its voter roll and other information to explain its high levels of voter registration. It’s the latest in a series of similar inquiries in other states.
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Michigan ranked No. 3 for 2024 election turnout. Did early voting help?
Michigan voters turned out in 2024. SOS Jocelyn Benson credits new election laws and education campaigns. Experts have other theories: ‘Battleground voters love to bask in attention.’
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Many Michigan voters could benefit from Arabic ballots. The law's not on their side
Translating election materials is complex and costly for Michigan municipalities. Statewide coordination could help.
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Ranked choice voting: What to know about Michigan ballot initiative
Groups like Rank MI Vote want the state to adopt the method that was just used in New York City’s mayoral primary.
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US Supreme Court rejects Michigan GOP bid to overturn new voting rules
The federal suit from Michigan Republicans sought to overturn election rules enacted through statewide ballot initiatives. An attorney says they’re not done trying.
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It’s Election Day in Michigan — again. But few people will vote
Some Michigan communities vote Tuesday on local issues and school funding. The timing is a function of state law, and it helps districts plan their budgets.
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Michigan proof-of-citizenship question fails to gain House support
The House is likely to vote again another day. If approved, voters in 2026 would decide whether they want future voters to have to show proof of citizenship when they register.
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Bench warrant issued after accused noncitizen voter misses Michigan court date
Haoxiang Gao, a 20-year-old Chinese national accused of illegally voting in the Michigan election, failed to appear in court this week and now faces a bench warrant.
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Citizenship, voter ID proposal gets OK for petition drive
The Board of State Canvassers on Friday gave approval for organizers to begin circulating petitions for a potential 2026 ballot proposal to require proof of citizenship and tougher ID rules for Michigan elections.