Documentary Proof of Citizenship Petitions in Michigan Fact Sheet
What is a Documentary Proof of Citizenship (DPOC) Requirement to Register to Vote?
-Documentary proof of citizenship policies require that before otherwise-eligible citizens can register to vote, they must provide paperwork showing that they are U.S. citizens in addition to their voter registration forms. For most people, that would mean providing a passport or a birth certificate to register.
-Voters in Michigan and almost every state currently register by simply swearing or affirming in writing that they are citizens under penalty of perjury.
Michigan Pre-Registration
In May 2023, Fair Elections Center and its Campus Vote Project submitted testimony urging Michigan to pass HB4569, which would establish pre-registration for 16 and 17 year olds. In November of the same year, Michigan signed into law HB 4569, taking an important step to increase youth voter turnout and engagement. The bill was signed as part of a larger set of reforms aimed at reducing barriers to voting in the state.
Michigan Precinct Size Increase
Testimony Opposing Michigan HB 5032, Which Would Increase Election Precinct Sizes (2019)
Michigan Voter ID
Testimony Opposing Michigan HB 6066, 6067, and 6068, Which Would Establish Strict Photo ID Requirements for In-person Voting (2016)