Bill > HB4357

This bill modifies the Michigan Election Law regarding the terms of office for township officers, primarily changing when elected township officers begin their terms. Starting in 2025, township officers will commence their terms at 12 noon on December 1 following their election, instead of the previous November 20 start date. The bill clarifies that all township officers must qualify before assuming office and will hold their position until a successor is elected and qualified, but not beyond January 1 following their election. If an elected officer fails to qualify by January 1, it creates a vacancy that must be filled through specific procedures. The bill also updates provisions for filling vacancies in township offices, including requirements for temporary appointments by the township board or county election commissioners when the board lacks a quorum. Additionally, the bill establishes a process for special elections to fill vacancies, specifying timelines for nominating candidates and holding the election, and adds a provision that an elected individual to fill a vacancy cannot take the oath of office until election results are certified.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4357