2003 Senate Bill 845 / Public Act 284

Introduced in the Senate

Dec. 2, 2003

Introduced by Sen. Jason Allen (R-37)

To revise the procedure by which political parties officially notify the Secretary of State and county clerks regarding the selection of their presidential and vice-presidential candidates following their party conventions. Parties would notify the Secretary of State only, who would then be required to notify county clerks. Under current law, the parties notify the county clerks.

Referred to the Committee on Government Operations and Reform

Dec. 11, 2003

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Passed in the Senate 38 to 0 (details)

Received in the House

Dec. 16, 2003

Referred to the Committee on Local Government and Urban Policy

Dec. 17, 2003

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Dec. 18, 2003

Passed in the House 109 to 0 (details)

To revise the procedure by which political parties officially notify the Secretary of State and county clerks regarding the selection of their presidential and vice-presidential candidates following their party conventions. Parties would notify the Secretary of State only, who would then be required to notify county clerks. Under current law, the parties notify the county clerks.

Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm

Dec. 31, 2003