Campaign to amend MI Constitution, require citizenship proof to register to vote, passes early hurdle
A ballot question aimed at ensuring only U.S. citizens are voting in Michigan elections inched a step closer to gathering signatures Friday.
The measure would amend Michigan’s constitution to require residents to show proof of citizenship when signing up to vote. Currently, residents must check a box attesting to their citizenship while applying.
The amendment would also have the Michigan Secretary of State go through the voter rolls and ensure everyone listed is a citizen. Beyond that, it would get rid of a way for people without photo IDs to vote by signing a legal document at the polls.
A state elections board verified that the petition form and summary language were in order Friday. Lawyer Charlie Spies represented the Protect Voters’ Rights campaign at Friday’s Board of State Canvassers meeting.
https://www.michiganpublic.org/politics-government/2025-04-18/campaign-to-amend-mi-constitution-require-proof-of-citizenship-to-register-to-vote-passes-early-hurdle