Our mobile office will be set up in the Michigan Department of State booth at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17 – Sunday, Jan. 25.
Filing for office, including petition signature requirements and political party status.
Elections administration, including the Election Inspector's Guide; absentee voting; and the Michigan Qualified Voter File.
Find information about the Board of State Canvassers and its meeting notices.
Title and registration requirements; special titles; name changes; address changes; license plate fees; insurance requirements; new Michigan residents; lost titles; lost license plates; and deceased vehicle owners.
Disability parking and placard information, disability parking, disability plate, disabled parking permit, and wheelchair.
Recreational vehicles such as snowmobiles, watercraft, ORVs, and trailers.
Operating requirements for agricultural vehicles on public roads - lighting, slow-moving vehicle emblems, and more.
The International Registration Plan (IRP) - a program for registering and licensing of commercial vehicles in interstate operations among member jurisdictions (states or provinces).
The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) online service for customers filing financial statements and liens through the Secretary of State.
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“Senate Bill 757 is a step in the right direction but does not go nearly far enough to provide the relief that clerks have been seeking for more than a year. I support the small step forward because I know at this point clerks will take any legislative assistance. But the bill comes up far short of what our clerks and voters deserve. The Bipartisan Policy Center recommends clerks have at least seven days to process absentee ballots before Election Day. This bill allows only ten hours, only minimal processing, and includes a sunset provision that requires clerks to continue their advocacy in years to come. Ultimately, it does a disservice to the 1,500 election officials who work tirelessly for their communities and our democracy, and doesn’t do enough to bring about more timely election results.”
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Today, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson visited Fordson High School in Dearborn, where she urged the Legislature to adopt policies to make driver’s education more accessible and affordable for teenagers and their families.
Attendees of the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit can visit the mobile office booth Jan. 17-25 to complete on-the-spot Secretary of State transactions – like renewing a driver’s license, registering to vote, or getting a REAL ID.
The Temperance Secretary of State office will close for several days this month as it moves to a temporary location in the same plaza while its current building is remodeled.
Michigan motorists continue to express their pride and personality through a wide variety of license plate designs, with more than 11.7 million plates currently in circulation across the state, according to the latest data from the Michigan Department of State (MDOS).
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson today announced the return of Michigan’s beloved red, white, and blue license plate in celebration of the United States' semiquincentennial, marking 250 years of independence.
The Board of State Canvassers will meet at 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 15, in the Binsfeld Office Building, 201 Townsend Street in Lansing.
The Secretary of State office at 1586 Wright Ave. in Alma will be closed for two days because of a remodeling project, but most residents can go online to Michigan.gov/SOS instead for their transactions.
A meeting has been scheduled for Dec. 15 in Lansing
To mark the beginning of Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, Dec. 1-5, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is highlighting resources shared on the Safe Drivers Smart Options website that help drivers of all ages stay safe behind the wheel and maintain their mobility and independence.
Please note that the Board of State Canvassers regularly scheduled meeting for 10 a.m. on Nov. 24, 2025, has been canceled.
