Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: Introduced

SB 1197 — Elections: other; unauthorized presence or conduct by military officers and others at or during an election; prohibit. Amends 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.1 - 168.992) by adding secs. 932n & 932p.

Last action — 10/6/2026 - SENATE CO-SPONSOR(S) NAMED: SUE SHINK

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced October 06, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

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In plain language

This bill prohibits unauthorized presence or conduct by military officers at elections.

The bill seeks to amend existing election laws to prohibit military officers and others from being present or acting unauthorized during elections. This aims to ensure the integrity and security of the electoral process.

Summary

Elections: other; unauthorized presence or conduct by military officers and others at or during an election; prohibit. Amends 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.1 - 168.992) by adding secs. 932n & 932p.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. 10/6/2026 - SENATE CO-SPONSOR(S) NAMED: SUE SHINK

Sponsorship breakdown

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0 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 147 not signed on

Sponsors (0)

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (147)

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 1197 do?
Elections: other; unauthorized presence or conduct by military officers and others at or during an election; prohibit. Amends 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.1 - 168.992) by adding secs. 932n & 932p.
What is the current status of SB 1197?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced October 06, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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