Michigan 2021-2022 Regular Session Status: Introduced

HB K — State management: other; use of autopen to sign bills, executive orders, or clemency documents; prohibit. Amends sec. 14, art. V & adds sec. 31 to art. V of the state constitution.

Last action — 7/1/2026 - REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced July 01, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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In plain language

Prohibits the use of autopen for signing state laws and executive documents.

This bill aims to amend the state constitution to stop the use of autopen for signing bills, executive orders, or clemency documents. It ensures that these important documents are signed in a traditional manner.

Summary

State management: other; use of autopen to sign bills, executive orders, or clemency documents; prohibit. Amends sec. 14, art. V & adds sec. 31 to art. V of the state constitution.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. 7/1/2026 - REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS

Sponsorship breakdown

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

Sponsors (0)

None.

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (147)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB K do?
State management: other; use of autopen to sign bills, executive orders, or clemency documents; prohibit. Amends sec. 14, art. V & adds sec. 31 to art. V of the state constitution.
What is the current status of HB K?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced July 01, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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