Michigan Secretary of State's Office

11/06/2023

Make sure you are sure. View a list of elections tomorrow by county: https://tinyurl.com/4vxdazsr

11/06/2023

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

11/03/2023

Department of State takes action against Dearborn driver education provider lnks.gd/2/2Z__DbW

11/02/2023

Board of State Canvassers to meet Nov. 6 in Lansing. Agenda at https://www.michigan.gov/sos/-/media/Project/Websites/sos/BSC-Announcements/20231106-Meeting-Agenda.pdf?rev=7d26d281e2cd45beb289e8a95896e703&hash=A61B6F04FC778D15E6571B696283ECC5

11/02/2023

What happens when you provide convenient online and self-service options to residents and enable them to schedule the office visit time that works best for them? You set a new standard for the DMV experience and customer satisfaction. Michigan.gov/SOS

Michigan Secretary of State

11/02/2023

To remind drivers of Michigan's new hands-free law, the Michigan Department of Transportation has installed "Hands-Free Device Use" signs at dozens of locations along state line and border crossings, including this one on I-69 in Branch County. www.michigan.gov/DistractedDriving

11/02/2023

Secretary Benson statement on House passage of legislation to improve election security in Michigan lnks.gd/2/2Z9d29j

11/02/2023

Secretary Benson statement on Senate passage of Proposal 1 implementation bills lnks.gd/2/2Z9B-Zn

11/01/2023

Drivers age 65 and older represent the fastest-growing segment of Michigan’s population. Mobility and independence for aging drivers are important to bring up and discuss among family members. For tips, go to Michigan.gov/AgingDriver.

11/01/2023

Along with Governor Gretchen Whitmer, we are proud to announce 42 Governor’s Service Award winners that will be honored on Nov. 28 at the Fox Theatre in Detroit. Their stories are truly inspiring

Read more here: https://www.michigan.gov/leo/boards-comms-councils/mcsc/gov-serv-awards/2023-governors-service-award-winners

10/31/2023

Students who are at risk of hurting themselves or others may show observable warning signs (written, spoken, video). If something makes you feel uncomfortable, trust your gut and submit a tip to . Michigan.gov/ok2say

10/30/2023

Distracted? Unbuckled? Unless you wanna end up like this guy ⤵️, 0/10 do not recommend. 💀

10/28/2023

“It's official: Michigan is an early voting state. Today for the first time in Michigan history many voters will be able to vote early in this fall's local and municipal elections.” —Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson

Find out more at Michigan.gov/Vote

10/27/2023

Secretary Benson launches first-ever early voting pilot for November 2023 elections lnks.gd/2/2XhTnDw

Image: Secretary Benson at the podium next to ASL interpreter Bethany James with American flags behind them.

10/27/2023

The online spread of disinformation can stop with you! Bad actors and Social Media Bots spread disinformation to evoke a strong emotional reaction that leads people to share without looking into the facts, polluting healthy conversations and increasing societal divisions.

Do your part to stop the spread of disinformation by practicing the following tips:
• Recognize the risk.
• Question the source.
• Investigate the issue.
• Think before you link.
• Talk with your circle.

Learn more about each tip at https://www.cisa.gov/sites/default/files/publications/disinformation_stops_with_you_infographic_set_508.pdf.

10/26/2023

Absentee voting is available now for the November 2023 election. Learn more at Michigan.gov/Vote.

In 2024, at least 9 days of in-person early voting will be available to all voters as a result of Michiganders’ passage of Prop 2 last year.

10/26/2023

Help your family stay connected. The federal Affordable Connectivity Program provides monthly discounts off monthly internet bills for eligible households. Learn more at http://getinternet.gov.

10/25/2023

Secretary Benson testifies in support of bills to expand required financial disclosure lnks.gd/2/2XPB3WW

10/25/2023

Updates to for Third-Party will occur on Oct. 28, 2023. The updates to MiLogin for Third Party include a name change to "MiLogin for Business" and a new look and feel to make your experience better.

10/24/2023

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson today released a statement regarding Senate passage of legislation lifting Michigan’s ban on hiring transportation for rides to the polls lnks.gd/2/2XJPzhh

10/23/2023

The Board of State Canvassers regularly scheduled meeting for Oct. 27, 2023 at 10 a.m. has been canceled.

10/23/2023

LAST CALL: Today is the deadline to register online or by mail for the Nov. 7 election. Go to Michigan.gov/Vote or make sure your application mailing is postmarked today. You can register in person in your city or township clerk's office up until 8 p.m. on Election Day.

10/23/2023

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://tinyurl.com/56r3s6w7

10/20/2023

Monday, Oct. 23 is the last day to register online or by mail to vote in the Nov. 7, 2023 election in Michigan. After that, and up until 8 p.m. on Election Day, registration must be done in your city or township clerk's office with proof of residency. Michigan.gov/VOTE

10/20/2023

Watch today’s 9 a.m. meeting of the Board of State Canvassers at https://cloud.castus.tv/vod/misenate?page=HOME

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

10/19/2023

Department of State, community partners host first driver’s license restoration clinic in Battle Creek lnks.gd/2/2Wh7pXT

10/19/2023

Another successful public accuracy test!

10/18/2023

MDOS staff on the road: Patricia and Cadia took part in Senator Sylvia Santana’s senior luncheon at the Berwyn Senior Center in Dearborn Heights Monday and Bobby provided driver licensing and safety tips at the Strive 2 Arrive Alive teen driver safety conference today in Grand Rapids.

10/17/2023

10/17/2023

The Michigan Department of State currently has several job openings posted. View them at Michigan.gov/SOSjobs

10/16/2023

Board of State Canvassers to meet Oct. 20 in Lansing. For agenda and materials, visit: https://www.michigan.gov/sos/elections/bsc

10/16/2023

A driver’s license restoration clinic will be held at Second Missionary Baptist Church in on Wednesday. Walk-ins are welcome from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. to receive advice on regaining their driving privileges. More info at Michigan.gov/R2R.

10/16/2023

🟡 Yellow lights 🟡 on a school bus indicate the bus is preparing to stop. 🛑 If you’re driving, slow down, stay alert, and watch out for children 🧒🧒.

10/15/2023

Secretary Benson was very pleased to attend the The Northern Oakland County Branch NAACP’s Freedom Fund Dinner last night. In her keynote, she challenged the 400+ present to use their voice and all of Michigan’s new voting rights, including no excuse absentee voting, same-day voter registration and, now, early voting.

She was introduced by her Senior Advisor Heaster Wheeler to a rousing applause and she brought the audience to their feet several times.

10/13/2023

Happy 248th Birthday, U.S. Navy!

If you're a Navy Veteran, drop into the comments below and tell us when and where you served!

10/12/2023

"Making an appointment is the only way to go. I was in and out within 10 minutes. The staff was really friendly and professional." -Visitor to Monroe SOS today

Schedule ahead at Michigan.gov/SOS for an optimal visit.

10/11/2023

Good-paying jobs and unmatched quality of life; we're rolling out the welcome mat. Find out how you can be part of it at www.themichiganlife.org

10/10/2023

Renew your vehicle, motorcycle, watercraft or snowmobile registration in two minutes on one of our self-service stations and get your tab instantly. You can also renew your license or ID in most cases.

Find a location near you at Michigan.gov/SOS

10/10/2023

10/06/2023

Department of State, partners hold clinic in Detroit to help residents regain driving privileges https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MISOS/bulletins/37466ca