Election funding sources
Should public funds or private donations finance elections and campaigns? 7 bills.
- Open now
- 7
- Became law
- 0
The bills
What can still move first, then what may return next session, then laws and what stopped. Newest first in each.
Can still move 7
- Can still moveSpecial elections; state to reimburse costs for certain special elections; require. Amends 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.1 - 168.992) by adding sec. 634bIn committee
- Congress back Nov 9, dies Jan 3, 2027Clean Elections ActIn committee
- Congress back Nov 9, dies Jan 3, 2027Stop Foreign Funds in Elections ActPassed first chamber
- Congress back Nov 9, dies Jan 3, 2027Fair Elections Now ActIn committee
- Can still moveSchool aid: conditions; use of school aid funds for special elections; prohibit Amends sec. 1361 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1361)Passed both chambers
- Can still moveProhibits the state board of elections and local boards of elections from accepting donations of private funds for election administrationIn committee
- Can still moveProhibits the state board of elections and local boards of elections from accepting donations of private funds for election administrationIn committee
Grouped by AI from the bills closest to Elections, by the policy questions they address. Bills in a group may take opposing positions. Grouping as of October 31, 2026. A bill is not a law until it is signed.
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When should local and special elections be held?
17 bills
Election administration control
Who manages elections and what safeguards prevent interference?
16 bills
Voter information access
How are voters notified about candidates, dates, and redistricting?
15 bills · 7 became law
Ballot counting rules
When do mailed ballots count and how are votes tabulated?
13 bills
Voter eligibility standards
What proof of identity or citizenship is required to register and vote?
11 bills