As Michigan voters prepare for upcoming elections, it’s essential to have access to accurate and nonpartisan information. BridgeDetroit and other reputable sources provide voters with the resources they need to make informed decisions.

Voting Resources

Voters can visit BridgeDetroit, Bridge Michigan, and the local chapter of Votebeat for nonpartisan information on candidates and issues. Additionally, Ballotpedia and the League of Women Voters of Michigan offer reliable sources for election information.

Michigan officials are working to prevent the spread of disinformation and misinformation during elections. Laws require disclaimers on campaign ads and political content that have been digitally altered using artificial intelligence. Failure to comply can result in stiff criminal penalties.

Accessible Voting

Voters with disabilities can request an accessible absentee ballot by submitting an application online. They can also receive assistance from another person when completing their absentee ballot application, as long as that person is not their employer or a union representative.

Michigan law requires election clerks to make their best effort to remove and reject absentee ballots cast by voters who have passed away before Election Day. In 2020, 3,469 absentee ballots were rejected due to the voter’s death.

Preventing Double Voting

Michigan has safeguards in place to prevent double voting. The state uses the Qualified Voter File, a database that tracks when a ballot is submitted. If a voter tries to cast a second ballot, the system will flag the first ballot and prevent the issuance of a second one.

In 2024, several St. Clair Shores residents and voting officials were charged with crimes related to double voting. One man was sentenced to probation, while charges against the others were dismissed.

Reporting Misinformation

If voters encounter misinformation, they can report it to the state by emailing [email protected].

Original reporting: BridgeDetroit — read the source article.