Elections: scheduling; reference to August primary election in the revised judicature act of 1961; revise to May primary election. Amends secs. 550, 550a, 805, 8175 & 8176 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.550 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0691'25
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Overview
This bill changes the timing of Michigan’s primary elections. It proposes moving the August primary election to May, aligning it with other states. The bill outlines specific requirements for counties to approve the creation of additional circuit, probate, and district judgeships, including resolution requirements and filing deadlines with the state court administrator. It also addresses temporary reductions in judgeships and the reformation of judicial districts.
Key provisions
- Moves the August primary election to May.
- Requires county boards of commissioners to approve the creation of additional circuit judgeships.
- Establishes deadlines for filing resolutions of approval with the state court administrator.
- Addresses temporary reductions in the number of circuit judgeships, requiring county approval and clerk filing.
- Outlines procedures for the creation of new judicial districts and judgeships.
- Specifies that the legislature is not creating a judgeship or district when a county or district control unit approves their creation.
- Details how resolutions filed before or after an amendatory act’s effective date are considered valid.
- Addresses the reformation of specific judicial districts.
Who is affected
- County Boards of Commissioners
- State Court Administrator
- Elections Division of the Department of State
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