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SB 241

Elections: local; term of office for elected officials; modify. Amends 1909 PA 278 (MCL 78.1 - 78.28) by adding sec. 24e. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4358'25, HB 4359'25, SB 0240'25

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ruth Johnson and 2 co-sponsors

Michigan SB 241 modifies local elected officials' term structures but substantive details unavailable in bill summary to assess actual electoral impacts.

ASSIGNED PA 0020'26 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
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Bill Summary · SB 241

Legislative bill overview

SB 241 amends Michigan's 1909 election law by adding a new section (24e) that modifies how terms of office are structured for local elected officials. The bill passed the Michigan Senate unanimously on May 6, 2025, with 37 yes votes and no opposition. The specific text of the new section is not detailed in the available information, but it represents a change to local electoral term structures.

Why is this important

Term limits and term lengths directly affect local government accountability, electoral competitiveness, and the ability of officials to implement long-term policies. Changes to these provisions can influence whether incumbents face meaningful electoral challenges and how frequently local leadership transitions occur. The unanimous passage suggests broad bipartisan agreement on the modification, though the substantive details matter significantly for understanding actual impact.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency in available details: The actual text of Section 24e is not provided, making it impossible to assess what specific changes are being made or whether they benefit certain incumbents or parties
  • Uniformity concerns: Modifying term structures statewide may not account for how different sized municipalities function best under different electoral cycles
  • Electoral competition implications: Depending on whether terms are lengthened or shortened, the change could affect how competitive local elections are and voter engagement levels

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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