The bill amends Michigan election law to improve the automatic voter registration process by requiring the Secretary of State to automatically register individuals who qualify as electors and provide proof of U.S. citizenship when they apply for or change their address on specific identification documents. It establishes notification procedures for individuals regarding their registration status and allows them to opt out of registration while ensuring the confidentiality of their information. The bill also outlines the Secretary of State's responsibilities in maintaining the qualified voter file and details the process for individuals who are not U.S. citizens.
Additionally, the bill designates certain state agencies as automatic voter registration agencies if they can verify eligibility through existing data, including provisions for the Department of Health and Human Services to transmit voter registration information for Medicaid applicants. It ensures that individuals released from incarceration are automatically registered to vote, with the option to decline. The legislation also introduces new requirements for voter registration applications, including a statement for applicants to provide satisfactory evidence of U.S. citizenship, and mandates the development of an electronic voter registration interface to facilitate online applications while protecting the confidentiality and security of voter information.