The bill amends the Michigan election law by updating sections 194, 195, and 198, and introduces a new section 5. It defines "county executive" as the elected county executive in counties organized under specific state laws. The amendments clarify the procedures for candidates withdrawing from elections, particularly for the offices of county executive and county commissioner. Candidates are required to provide written notice of withdrawal to the county clerk by a specified deadline, with allowances for weekends and holidays.

Additionally, the bill outlines the process for selecting replacement candidates in the event of a candidate's death after the nomination period. It specifies that replacement candidates for county offices, including county executive and county commissioner, must be residents and registered electors of the relevant district. The amendments also emphasize that the names of replacement candidates must be printed on ballots, and if ballots have already been printed, they must be reprinted to include the replacement candidate's name. Overall, the bill aims to streamline election procedures and ensure clarity in the nomination and withdrawal processes.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-1): 168.194
House Introduced Bill: 168.194
As Passed by the House: 168.194