Michigan Department of State

The Secretary of State office at 1270 Pontiac Rd. in Pontiac will be closed starting May 21 for a remodeling project: go.mi.gov/sdn892534 It will reopen on June 8. Visit michigan.gov/sos to complete transactions online or locate self-service stations.

When your car is going 55 mph, so is your body. And in a crash, your body keeps going until something stops it. Make sure that “something” is your seat belt, and you’ll reduce your risk of death in a crash by 45% or more. Seat belt enforcement is happening May 18–31. Video: youtube.com/watch?v=i0_h16…

This week — and every week — we remind drivers to show their appreciation for first responders by slowing down or moving over when they see flashing lights on the shoulder. 🚨 Let's keep our protectors safe!

The Board of State Canvassers regularly scheduled meeting for Friday, May 8, has been canceled: go.mi.gov/3jx2d2482

Unofficial results from the May 5 local elections are available by county at: go.mi.gov/r41b22483

Not able to make it to your polling place until later today to vote in your local election? Registered voters can cast their ballot as long as they are in line at their polling place by 8 p.m. Go to Michigan.gov/Vote for more information about Michigan elections.

Is there an election taking place in your community today? Visit Michigan.gov/Vote for important information on voting and Michigan elections so you can feel prepared to cast your ballot.

🗳️🚍 TODAY: CATA, EATRAN, and Clinton Transit offer free rides to the polls for the May 5 special election. Just tell your driver you’re voting — no ID needed. Polls are open 7 a.m.–8 p.m. Details: cata.org/vote ☑️

It’s Election Day! Here’s a list of the jurisdictions holding an election today: go.mi.gov/392hz2198 Polls are open from 7 AM to 8 PM Eligible citizens can still register to vote by visiting their local clerk’s office with proof of residency. Michigan.gov/Vote

Local elections are being held in jurisdictions across 67 Michigan counties tomorrow! Check to see if yours is one: go.mi.gov/392hz2198 Visit Michigan.gov/Vote to view a sample ballot and find important voter resources.

Visit Michigan.gov/SOS to complete transactions online or locate self-service stations.

The SOS office at 7200 Lewis Ave. in Temperance will be The Secretary of State office at 7200 Lewis Ave. in Temperance will be closed starting May 11 to move back into its original, remodeled location one building to the east: go.mi.gov/uroca2471 It will reopen on May 18.

Secretary Benson announces over 2.1 million outdated voter registrations canceled or identified for cancellation since 2019 michigan.gov/sos/resources/…

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In a normal year, 500,000 buses nationwide take 26 million students to and from school each day. As the school year comes to a close, here are some reminders for students and drivers to help ensure everyone gets home safely. youtube.com/watch?v=ukcCqm…

And remember, eligible citizens can still register to vote in person with proof of residency at their local clerk’s office through 8 p.m. on Election Day.

Local elections for some Michigan communities are just one week away on May 5. Are you ready? Check to see if there is an election being held in your jurisdiction: go.mi.gov/392hz2198

The SOS office at 305 Ludington St. in Escanaba will be closed starting May 4 for HVAC upgrades to the State Office Building: go.mi.gov/3unvc2429 It will reopen May 11. Visit Michigan.gov/SOS to complete transactions online or locate self-service stations.

“Either way, Michigan is prepared to continue to defend the voting rights of every eligible citizen in our state and across the nation.” 5/5

“I hope the court’s dismissal of this case marks the end of the RNC’s misguided and unlawful interference into our work to ensure all citizens can cast their ballots freely, fairly, and securely. 4/5

Secretary Benson issued this statement today on the Michigan Court of Claims ruling to dismiss with prejudice a Republican National Committee (RNC)/Michigan GOP lawsuit attempting to invalidate the voting rights of Michigan’s military and overseas citizen voters: 1/5