Bill > HB4076

This bill amends Section 558 of the Michigan Election Law to clarify the affidavit of identity requirement for partisan office candidates. The key provisions are: 1. Candidates for federal, county, state, city, township, village, metropolitan district, or school district offices must file an affidavit of identity with the filing officer, which includes information about their candidacy, party affiliation (if seeking a partisan office), and a statement acknowledging the consequences of making false statements. 2. The affidavit of identity requirement does not apply to candidates nominated for the office of President or Vice President of the United States. 3. The bill specifies certain exceptions where a candidate is not required to include a name change on the affidavit, such as a name change due to marriage, divorce, or natural citizenship. 4. The bill also outlines the process for forwarding the affidavit of identity to the county clerk and Secretary of State, and the consequences for failing to comply with the affidavit requirements.