Bill > HB4861

This bill amends Michigan election law to clarify requirements for candidates filing an affidavit of identity when running for office. The bill specifies that for partisan offices, candidates must now indicate their political party affiliation or state that they are running without party affiliation, while candidates for nonpartisan offices are not required to mention party status. The bill also modifies language around name changes, specifying certain circumstances where candidates do not need to disclose a previous name, such as name changes due to marriage, divorce, or changes that occurred more than 10 years prior. Additionally, the bill updates procedural details about filing affidavits, including requirements that candidates certify they have filed all required campaign finance reports and acknowledge that making a false statement constitutes perjury. The bill maintains existing penalties for false statements, which can include fines up to $1,000, imprisonment for up to 5 years, or both. The legislation aims to provide more clarity and standardization in the election candidate filing process, ensuring transparency and accountability for individuals seeking public office in Michigan.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4861