Michigan · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Resolution
HR 359: A resolution to urge the Michigan Department of State to rescind Administrative Rule R 168.48, to align the Department’s administrative rules with federal election laws and make Michigan election records less susceptible to manipulation by foreign actors.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HR 359 is a resolution introduced in the Michigan House on September 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: A resolution to urge the Michigan Department of State to rescind Administrative Rule R 168.48, to align the Department’s administrative rules with federal election laws and make Michigan election records less susceptible to manipulation by foreign actors. Primary sponsor: Rachelle Smit (Republican). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (September 22, 2026): referred to Committee on Election Integrity.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rachelle Smit | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 43 |
| Greg Alexander | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 98 |
| Joseph Fox | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 101 |
| Tim Kelly | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 93 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- referred to Committee on Election Integrity
- introduced by Representative Rep. Rachelle Smit