Elections: other; voting and elections database and institute act; create. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0401'23, SB 0403'23

This bill creates the Michigan Voting and Elections Database and Institute, a new entity designed to collect, archive, and publicly share election data. The institute will be established through a partnership between the Secretary of State and public research universities, with the university selecting the director and assuming most operational costs. Key provisions include maintaining a nonpartisan, free online repository of election results, voter registration lists, polling place locations, and demographic estimates for at least the previous 12 years. The institute will also offer research opportunities, training classes, and technical assistance to local governments and the public while adhering to strict cybersecurity standards.