Occupations: notaries public; educational requirements for notaries public; provide for. Amends secs. 11 & 19 of 2003 PA 238 (MCL 55.271 & 55.279). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5899'24

This bill updates the qualifications and reappointment procedures for notary publics in Michigan, directly affecting individuals seeking or renewing their notary commissions. Starting June 1, 2025, applicants and those seeking reappointment must complete a specific course of instruction and pass an examination administered by the state, replacing the previous automatic reappointment process for most notaries. The legislation also clarifies that licensed attorneys are exempt from the surety bond requirement but must still meet the new education and testing standards to retain their commission. Additionally, the bill mandates that the Secretary of State notify county clerks monthly of new notary appointments and establishes a rule to automatically cancel a notary's commission if they submit a bounced check for the required processing fee.