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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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June 27, 2024
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson today made the following statement regarding the Michigan Senate’s vote (SB 669 & SB 670) to expand the state’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) law to legislators and the Governor’s office:
“This historic vote by the Michigan Senate to extend the state’s public records and FOIA laws to the Governor and Legislature is a significant step forward for our pro-transparency agenda – one that’s long overdue. In fact, Michigan is one of only two states that exempts the Governor from FOIA and one of just eight states where the Legislature is explicitly exempt. It’s time for that to change.
“Michigan continues to make strong strides toward a more open and ethical state government that’s accountable to the people. But there’s more work ahead of us.
“I look forward to working with legislative leaders to keep the momentum going and to get this important bill to the Governor’s desk.”
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With the May 7 federal REAL ID deadline fast approaching that will require compliant identification to fly in the U.S., Michigan Secretary of State offices offer fast and easy ways for customers to upgrade their driver’s license or ID.
The Board of State Canvassers will meet at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 18, in Room 1100 of the Binsfeld Office Building, 201 Townsend St. in Lansing.
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson today made the following statement on the U.S. House of Representatives’ passage of HR 22, the so-called SAVE Act:
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has named Khyla D. Craine (pronounced Key-la) as the new chief legal director for the Michigan Department of State (MDOS).
Today, the Michigan Department of State (MDOS) released the results of a review of Michigan motor vehicle records compared to voting records in the state’s Qualified Voter File (QVF), confirming that credible cases of noncitizens casting a ballot in Michigan elections are extremely rare.
As the federal deadline approaches, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson said more than 73% of people with a Michigan driver’s license or ID have already upgraded to a REAL ID.
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson issued the following statement on Michigan Republican lawmakers' request to appeal a dismissed challenge to two voter-approved constitutional amendments to the Supreme Court:
More than 315 Michiganders attended Road to Restoration clinics in Lansing on March 11 and in Benton Harbor on March 14 hosted by the Michigan Department of State (MDOS) and partners.
The Board of State Canvassers regularly scheduled meeting on March 21, 2025 is CANCELED.
The Michigan Department of State (MDOS) has summarily suspended the operations of Conant Driving School LLC, effective today, for alleged violations of the Driver Education Provider and Instructor Act (DEPIA). Conant is located at 10323 Conant Street in Hamtramck.
