MI
Michigan House Bill HB4503

Michigan 2023-2024 Regular Session

Michigan House Bill HB4503

Introduced
5/3/23  

Caption

Elections: challengers; training requirements for election challengers; provide for, and provide for comprehensive election challenger training for county clerks, political parties, and other organizations. Amends secs. 31, 683 & 730 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.31 et seq.) & adds sec. 730a.

Impact

If enacted, HB 4503 would significantly affect how election challengers are prepared and authorized to operate during elections. It mandates that only those who have undergone specified training and received a certificate of completion can serve as challengers. This requirement is aimed at ensuring that all parties involved in the electoral process are well-versed in the applicable laws and procedures, thereby potentially minimizing disputes on election day. Moreover, the Secretary of State is tasked with maintaining a registry of trained challengers, further supporting accountability and clarity in the electoral system.

Summary

House Bill 4503 aims to amend the Michigan election law by establishing and mandating comprehensive training requirements for election challengers. The bill outlines the responsibilities of the Secretary of State in creating training programs for county clerks, political parties, and organizations that designate election challengers. This training is intended to cover the processes, procedures, powers, rights, and duties of election challengers during elections, with a focus on ensuring knowledge of both precinct polling places and absent voter counting boards. Through the establishment of a systematic training program, the bill seeks to standardize election processes and enhance the integrity of the electoral system.

Contention

The bill may face debate regarding its requirements for training and certification of election challengers. Proponents may argue that having a formalized training process is essential for maintaining the integrity of elections and preventing disruptions. Conversely, opponents might express concerns about the potential implications on accessibility for challengers, particularly in communities where resources and training opportunities are limited. Additionally, critics may worry about the enforcement implications of training requirements that could create barriers to participation for various political or community organizations.

Latest HB4503 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Similar Bills

MI SB1068

Elections: challengers; requirements and procedures for election challengers; modify, clarify challenges to voter registration, and clarify the procedure regarding certain absent voter ballots. Amends secs. 509r, 509aa, 509bb, 509cc, 512, 523b, 727, 728, 730, 731, 733, 765a & 769 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.509r et seq.); adds secs. 726c, 726d & 726e & repeals secs. 729 & 732 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.729 & 168.732).

MI SB0387

Elections: absent voters; processing and tabulation of absent voter ballots during the early voting period; allow, and allow an absent voter to tabulate the absent voter's ballot in person at a polling place or early voting site. Amends secs. 764a, 764b, 764d, 765, 765a, 765b, 768, 769, 798b & 805 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.764a et seq.); adds secs. 523b, 765c & 768a & repeals secs. 14b, 24k & 767 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.14b et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0370'23, SB 0372'23

MI HB4756

Elections: absent voters; processing and tabulation of absent voter ballots during the early voting period; allow, and allow an absent voter to tabulate the absent voter's ballot in person at a polling place or early voting site. Amends secs. 764a, 764b, 764d, 765, 765a, 765b, 768, 769, 798b & 805 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.764a et seq.); adds secs. 523b, 765c & 768a & repeals secs. 14b, 24k & 767 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.14b et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0370'23, SB 0372'23

MI SB0367

Elections: voting procedures; early voting procedures; provide for, allow processing and tabulation of absent voter ballots during the early voting period, and allow an absent voter to tabulate the absent voter's ballot in person at a polling place or early voting site. Amends secs. 570, 662, 668b, 674, 736b, 736c, 736d, 736e, 764a, 764b, 764d, 765, 765a, 765b, 768, 769, 795b, 797a, 798b & 805 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.570 et seq.); adds secs. 8, 523b, 720a, 720b, 720c, 720d, 720e, 720f, 720g, 720h, 720i, 720j, 765c & 768a & repeals secs. 14b, 24k & 767 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.14b et seq.) TIE BAR WITH: SB 0370'23, HB 4697'23

MI HB6055

Elections: voting procedures; certain provisions regarding early voting; clarify, clarify provisions regarding use of electronic poll book software, clarify the provisions regarding the permanent mail ballot voter list for military and overseas voters, clarify procedures for absent voter ballots that are missing a stub or have a ballot number that does not match, and provide for other general amendments. Amends secs. 305, 497, 523b, 662, 664, 668b, 720d, 720e, 720f, 720g, 720j, 759, 759a, 759e, 761d, 764c, 765a, 768, 798b, 805, 807, 813 & 829 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.305 et seq.).

MI SB0603

Elections: recounts; recount process and recount filing fees; modify, modify the ballot canvassing deadlines under certain circumstances and require an expedited ballot canvass under certain circumstances. Amends secs. 2, 822, 825, 827, 828, 842, 861, 862, 863, 865, 866, 867, 868, 869, 870, 871, 872, 873, 874, 875, 876, 878, 879, 880, 880a, 881, 882, 883, 884, 887, 888, 889, 890 & 892 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.2 et seq.); adds secs. 861a & 883a & repeals secs. 871a, 877, 885, 886 & 891 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.871a et seq.).

MI HB4695

Elections: voting procedures; early voting procedures; clarify, and clarify appointing election inspectors to early voting sites. Amends secs.674 & 720j of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.674 & 168.720j).

MI SB0120

Elections: voting procedures; process for voting without identification for election purposes; modify to include proof of identity and proof of state residency. Amends secs. 523, 523a, 813 & 829 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.523 et seq.).