The bill amends the Michigan election law by updating the language regarding the cancellation of voter registrations. Specifically, it prohibits clerks from canceling the registration of an elector solely based on their failure to vote. Additionally, it introduces a new requirement for the Secretary of State to send a notice to registered electors who have not voted in the past eight years. This notice will include a prepaid return card for the elector to verify their current address and a statement informing them of the consequences of not responding, which includes having to affirm their address at the polls.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the process for handling returned notices that are undeliverable. If a notice is returned, the Secretary of State will mark the elector's registration as challenged. If the elector does not vote or engage in voting-related activities by a specified deadline, their registration will be canceled, and the appropriate city or township clerk will be notified. This amendment aims to ensure that registered electors remain engaged and that their registration status is accurately maintained.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-1): 168.509
House Introduced Bill: 168.509
As Passed by the House: 168.509