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NewsThe LWV of Washtenaw County is helping to gather signatures for this petition. Look for our members in their bright blue T-shirts with the super-hero LWV logo on the front.
Here are some Frequently Asked Questions about the petition:
What is Promote the Vote 2022?
- Promote the Vote 2022 is a constitutional amendment that protects the fundamental right to vote.
- PTV 2022 ensures eligible voters can make their voice heard and every vote will be counted regardless of where we live, what we look like or what candidate or political party we support.
- PTV 2022 will also enhance the integrity and security of our elections by modernizing how we administer elections and make our elections more accessible and convenient.
What are the key provisions of Promote the Vote 2022?
If enacted, Promote the Vote 2022 would:
- Recognize the fundamental right to vote without harassing conduct so voters can vote free from intimidation and interference.
- Require military or overseas ballots be counted if postmarked by Election Day.
- Provide voters the right to verify identity with photo ID or signed statement.
- Allow voters to request an absentee ballot by mail for all future elections.
- Require secure drop boxes and robust absentee ballot tracking.
- Require election audits be conducted in public, by state and county election officials, based on established guidelines to promote accuracy and transparency.
- Require nine days of in-person, early voting.
- Require canvassing boards to certify election results based only on the official records of votes cast.
For the official, full language of the proposal please visit the MI Board of Canvassers website
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