Bill > HB5467

This bill amends Michigan election law to establish a clearer process for replacing candidates who die or become disqualified more than 55 days before an election or primary, ensuring that political parties have sufficient time to select a replacement and that voters are informed of any changes on the ballot. Specifically, it outlines procedures for selecting replacement candidates for state legislative offices, county offices (such as prosecuting attorney, sheriff, and county clerk), county road commissioner, and township offices, generally requiring selection by party committee members or delegates. The bill also clarifies that replacement candidates must be chosen at least 55 days before the election or primary, and their names must be added to or reprinted on ballots by county or township officials within that same timeframe, preventing last-minute ballot changes.