Michigan Secretary of State's Office

07/25/2024

MDOS staff and community partners will be hosting another free mini-Road to Restoration clinic on Friday, July 26, providing resources and information on potential ways to restore driving privileges.

📍 Hannahville Indian Community - Bark River, MI
🕙 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Walks-ins will be available until capacity is reached.

Sign up now at https://dsvsesvc.sos.state.mi.us/TAP/?Link=RTRDLC.

07/24/2024

Secretary of State office in Benton Harbor to close for remodeling project until Aug. 5 lnks.gd/2/2wM92WB

07/24/2024

Get trained, get paid, and help your community run smooth and secure elections!

Learn more about serving as a poll worker—also known as an election inspector—and fill out an interest form at Michigan.gov/PollWorker.

07/24/2024

What happens to the ballot for the presidential election now?

Per state law, the nominations for President and Vice President are not officially on the ballot for the presidential election until each political party has held their respective convention and submitted their nominations.

The Michigan Democratic Party must submit the name of their nominees within one business day after their convention on Aug. 24. Ballot printing must start by Sept. 7 to ensure they are ready to be mailed to military and overseas voters 45 days before Election Day, as required by federal law.

Learn more at https://lnks.gd/2/2wLHX2-.

07/24/2024

Interested in learning about possible ways to restore your driving privileges?

Join the MDOS team for a free mini-Road to Restoration clinic in Adrian tomorrow, July 25, from 1-5 p.m.

Walk-ins will be available until capacity is reached.

Sign up now at https://dsvsesvc.sos.state.mi.us/TAP/?Link=RTRDLC.

07/24/2024

The Bureau of Elections recently hosted a tabletop exercise with county and local election officials, along with various state and federal partners, to increase election security preparedness for the 2024 elections.

Michigan Department of Attorney General Michigan State Police Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency FBI – Federal Bureau of Investigation U.S. Election Assistance Commission The Elections Group

07/23/2024

Secretary Benson: Become a Democracy Ambassador for 2024 elections lnks.gd/2/2wLhp6M

07/23/2024

Did you know that mailing your absentee ballot back is easier than ever before? When you receive your ballot, you also receive a prepaid return envelope.

This means that you do NOT need to buy a stamp to send your ballot back to your local clerk’s office.

Learn more at Michigan.gov/Vote.

07/23/2024

BRANCH ALERT: The Secretary of State office in Sparta will be closed July 25 and July 26 for a remodeling project.

Most residents can complete their transactions online at Michigan.gov/SOS.

Get more info and details on the nearest open offices: https://lnks.gd/2/2wLXVNj

07/23/2024

As just a reminder:

✔ Never leave a child or pet alone in a vehicle
✔ Always check the backseat
✔ Lock unattended vehicle doors and keep keys out of reach

Learn more ⬇

07/23/2024

Michigan’s Primary Election is just TWO weeks away!

Michigan citizens can choose one of these options:

• Cast your absentee ballot at your local clerk’s office or secure ballot drop box – avoid postal delays this close to Election Day!

• Vote in person at an early voting site from July 27 to Aug. 4

• Vote at your polling place on Election Day, Aug. 6

You can still register to vote in person at your clerk’s office now through 8 p.m. on Election Day. Learn more at Michigan.gov/Vote.

Press release: https://lnks.gd/2/2wLXvj2

07/22/2024

Secretary Jocelyn Benson and Michigan Department of Attorney General Dana Nessel together issue a statement on the legal process for placing candidates for President and Vice President on the ballot in Michigan.

Read more at https://lnks.gd/2/2wLHX2-.

07/22/2024

BRANCH ALERT: The Secretary of State office on Mack Ave. in Detroit is closed until noon on Tuesday due to a building incident. Customers are being redirected to the Hazel Park office.

07/22/2024

Secretary Jocelyn Benson recently joined Detroit Regional Chamber President Sandy K. Baruah at the DRC’s board meeting and spoke on the necessity of business leaders from across the state unifying to help guarantee safe and secure elections.

Learn more at Michigan.gov/Biz4Elections.

07/22/2024

TODAY is the LAST day to register to vote online or by mail for Michigan’s Aug. 6 Primary Election.

Citizens can still register to vote in person at their local clerk’s office with proof of residency documentation, even on Election Day.

Learn more and check your registration status at Michigan.gov/Vote.

Press release: https://lnks.gd/2/2wJBPMq

07/21/2024

There are dozens of roadway projects going on throughout Michigan. Please keep yourself and workers safe. Slow down, leave extra room and be alert for potential lane changes. For more information about work zone safety visit https://bit.ly/3cwezby

07/20/2024

Online registration deadline for Michigan Primary Election is July 22 https://lnks.gd/2/2wJBPMq

07/19/2024

All state agency call centers are able to receive customer calls again. DTMB continues to monitor systems given the widespread nature of the global IT outage and will provide additional updates if necessary.

07/19/2024

With the upcoming primary election, it’s important for businesses to ensure that their employees can cast their ballots, either during the early voting period or on Election Day.

Find resources from the Michigan Secretary of State's Office and the Detroit Regional Chamber.

https://www.detroitchamber.com/advocacy/empower-employees-to-cast-their-ballots/

07/19/2024

Monday, July 22, is the last day to register to vote ONLINE or BY MAIL for Michigan’s Aug. 6 Primary Election.

Citizens can still register to vote in person at their local clerk’s office with proof of residency documentation, even on Election Day.

Learn more and check your registration status at Michigan.gov/Vote.

Press release: https://lnks.gd/2/2wJBPMq

07/19/2024

Watch today’s 10 a.m. meeting of the Board of State Canvassers at bit.ly/BdCanvMI.

The agenda is available at michigan.gov/sos/elections/bsc

A stream with ASL interpretation is available at youtube.com/michsosoffice

07/19/2024

A known global technical outage is currently impacting customers' ability to access some government services, mainly through state call centers. DTMB is aware of the concern and taking appropriate steps to bring our systems back online. Please continue checking this account for updates.

07/19/2024

At today’s Road to Restoration clinic in Ga***rd, the MDOS team and partners were able to help many residents receive resources and information on how they can restore their driving privileges.

Press release: lnks.gd/2/2wH3dwh

Learn more at Michigan.gov/R2R

07/18/2024

We are less than three weeks out from Michigan’s Primary Election!

Registered voters can cast their absentee ballot from home or at their local clerk’s office, vote in person at an early voting site beginning July 27, or vote at their polling place on Election Day, Aug. 6.

For information on registering to vote, absentee ballots, early voting, and more, visit Michigan.gov/Vote.

07/18/2024

Did you know? A motorcycle-vehicle crash is more likely to happen between 4 and 7 p.m., and most crashes with motorcyclists occur when vehicle drivers are turning left. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3LBvomv

07/18/2024

Are you ready for Michigan's upcoming elections? Register to vote, request an absentee ballot, find your early voting site and more at Michigan.gov/Vote.

You can also find election resources to use and share at Michigan.gov/VoterEducation.

07/18/2024

The Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission will be holding a meeting at 10 a.m. today. A livestream is available at youtube.com/.

Agenda: https://bit.ly/MICRC71824

07/17/2024

Every person deserves the right to accessible voting without barriers. Voting is the cornerstone of our democracy, and ensuring that every citizen can exercise this civil right is crucial. 🗳️

Accessible voting means removing obstacles, providing clear information, and making sure everyone—regardless of ability, identity, or background—can make their voice heard. If you need resources to ensure accessible voting or need to report voting discrimination visit: https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/Home/AccessibleVoting



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07/17/2024

12/06/2023

Slow down! Keep kids safe – don’t speed. Always watch out for pedestrians, and be cautious when driving near slow-moving vehicles (SMV). www.michigan.gov/OHSP

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12/28/2022