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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 1h

One way you can return your mail (absentee) ballot is at a secure, monitored drop box in the city or township where you're registered to vote. Go to mi.gov/vote to learn about other ways you can cast your ballot in the Nov. 3 General Election.

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Text: Drop boxes are convenient, accessible, and secure

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 3h

MDOS knows the importance of a quick, positive branch office experience for customers, and we appreciate your feedback. Schedule your visit online at mi.gov/sos if you need to complete a transaction in person.

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Customer experience review at the Howell branch office from Floyd says:

Service was great. Staff were friendly and helpful. Such hardworking people are a tribute to Michigan.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

While there, MDOS staff shared voter information with Pistons employees and hosted a “practice at the polls” voting simulation for them, in which they were able to vote on Michigan sports players and teams and see firsthand how a tabulator works.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Earlier this week, members of the MDOS team, including Deputy Secretary of State Aghogho Edevbie, visited the Pistons Performance Center, which serves as a ballot receiving board for the Detroit Clerk’s Office.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

FAQ Friday: How do I register to vote? Eligible Michiganders can register to vote or update their voter registration online, by mail, or in person, so they can cast their ballot in the Nov. 3 General Election. Visit mi.gov/vote to see requirements and learn more.

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You can register online at mi.gov/vote by October 19

Or you can register by mailing your application to your local clerk's office by October 19

Or you can visit your local clerk's office up until 8 pm on Election Day to register

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

They also handed out election resources including pocket-sized voting guides that overview information like important election dates, ways to vote, voting rights, voter registration, and more.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The MDOS team recently attended the 2026 Michigan Student Vote Summit at Michigan State University where they answered frequently asked questions about Michigan elections for student voters.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

In Michigan, voters have the convenient option of casting their ballot by mail before Election Day. Request your mail ballot online at mi.gov/vote or at your local clerk’s office.

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Text: You can vote by mail

Request a mail (absentee) ballot at mi.gov/vote.

Receive your ball in the mail and complete it using black or blue pen.

Mail your ballot as soon as possible to your local election clerk's office, or hand deliver it to their office or drop box.

Mi.gov/vote

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

They were able to connect with over 100 students and help many of them check their voter registration status and find out where they can vote as the election nears. Visit mi.gov/vote to find your voting information.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

MDOS staff members were at Western Michigan University last Saturday ahead of the football game with nonpartisan election resources and handouts as part of the fall college tour.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Since the relaunch of the design earlier this year, Michiganders have ordered nearly 51,000 red, white, and blue license plates. The window for residents to purchase one of these legacy plates is closing as they are only available until the end of 2026. Get yours today: mi.gov/legacyplates

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Check out where the SOS Mobile Office will be this week! Visit mi.gov/sosmobile for more information about the services offered on site at each of these locations.

Text: The Secretary of State Mobile Office will be at:

Indian River Public Library in Indian River from 10 am to 3:30 pm on September 28

Ogemaw Public Library in Rose City from 10 am to 2 pm on October 1

Samaritan Center in Detroit from 10 am to 2 pm on October 1

Inkster Housing Commission in Inkster from 11 am to 3 pm

All residents welcome

Bringing services to you

Text: The Secretary of State Mobile Office will be at:

St. Joseph County Project Connect in Centreville from 10 am to 1 pm on October 2

Alcona CCOA in Lincoln from 10 am to 2 pm on October 2

Harvest Fest in Detroit from 11 am to 2 pm on October 3

All residents welcome

Bringing services to you

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

FAQ Friday: Through our partnership with Gift of Life Michigan and Eversight, Michiganders have the opportunity to potentially save and improve lives by becoming an organ, tissue, and eye donor. To learn more, visit: mi.gov/organdonation

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Text: How can I become an organ, eye, and tissue donor?

Enroll anytime using the online Michigan Organ Donor Registry

You can also register online at mi.gov/sos or during a visit to a Secretary of State branch office

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Reminder: The Board of State Canvassers will be meeting today in Lansing at 11 a.m. Agenda: go.mi.gov/gzc9a3426 Livestream: youtube.com/MichSOSOffice

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

If you plan to cast your ballot in person on Election Day, make sure you know where your polling place is ahead of time. Visit mi.gov/myclerk, fill in your address, and see the location, a map, and the hours your polling place is open, as well as accessibility information.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Mail (absentee) ballots are now available for the Nov. 3 General Election. Request yours at mi.gov/vote or by contacting your city or township clerk’s office.

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Text: Mail (absentee) ballots are available for the November 3 General Election
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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

It’s not too late to sign up to become a poll worker in the Nov. 3 General Election. This is a great opportunity to see how Michigan elections work firsthand and help them run well, all while getting paid. Go to mi.gov/pollworker to learn more.

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Text: Get trained

Get paid

Get involved.

Become a poll worker.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The Board of State Canvassers will hold a meeting in Lansing on Friday, Sept. 25, at 11 a.m. The agenda is available at go.mi.gov/gzc9a3426 and the meeting will be livestreamed at youtube.com/michsosoffice.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The Secretary of State office at 3040 Van Horn Rd. in Trenton will be closed starting Sept. 28 as it moves to a new location: go.mi.gov/tz9uq3430 It will reopen on Oct. 5 in its new location at 3575 West Rd. Visit mi.gov/sos to complete transactions online or locate self-service stations.

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Text: The Secretary of State branch office originally located at 3040 Van Horn Road in Trenton will be closed for relocation from September 28 through October 2. It will reopen at its new location at 3575 West Road.

Mi.gov/sos

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

We recognize National Deaf Awareness Month and the importance of making resources and services accessible to all, including the Deaf community. Learn more: nationaldeafcenter.org/resources/deaf-awareness/

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The Nov. 3 General Election is less than 50 days away! Drop questions you have about Michigan elections in the comments and get them answered by Deputy Secretary of State Aghogho Edevbie so you feel confident casting your ballot.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

MDOS staff and local partners will be in the UP this week hosting two clinics. Registration for the Hancock clinic closes at 4 p.m. today. Registration for Iron Mountain closes tomorrow at 4 p.m. Walk-in slots will be available on both days of each clinic. Learn more and sign up now: mi.gov/r2r

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Take a look at where the SOS Mobile Office will be next week! Our staff will be prepared to help residents renew their driver’s license or ID and vehicle tabs, upgrade to REAL ID, register to vote, and more. View a full list of services our Mobile Office provides: mi.gov/sosmobile

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Onaway Public Library from 10 am to 3:30 pm on September 21

The Manna Food Project in Harbor Springs from 8 am to 1 pm on September 22

DPSCD OHFC Resource Fair in Detroit from 9 am to 12 pm on September 23

Petoskey Public Library from 10 am to 3:30 pm on September 23

Reutter Park in Lansing from 12 to 4 pm on September 26

Garden City Chili Cook Off in Downtown Garden City from 11 am to 4pm on September 26

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

FAQ Friday: What is the ProtectMiChild Registry? ProtectMiChild is a free, secure program housed on the Secretary of State website that helps families and schools keep children safe by blocking adult-geared ads and content from reaching them. To learn more, go to: mi.gov/protectmichild

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Happy 79th birthday to the U.S. Air Force! Thank you to all members of the Air Force, past and present, for your honorable service to our country.

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Text: Happy birthday

United States Air Force

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

While at each stop, staff have been able to help students check their voter status, register to vote if eligible, and answer their questions.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

MDOS staff have recently been visiting college and university campuses across the state with nonpartisan voter resources to help students prepare for the upcoming election in November.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Keep these important dates on your radar as the Nov. 3 General Election approaches. For all the election and voting information you need, visit: mi.gov/vote

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Sept. 15-Oct. 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month. Together, we celebrate the diverse cultures, communities, contributions, and connections that strengthen our state and the nation.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

MDOS will be visiting several Michigan colleges and universities as part of its 2026 fall college tour with voter registration, poll worker recruitment information and more: go.mi.gov/c99by3375

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

It’s National Voter Registration Day 🗳️ Make sure you’re ready for Election Day this November! Visit mi.gov/vote to: • Register to vote • Confirm your registration • Update your registration

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National Voter Registration Day

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Secretary Benson’s statement supporting the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to keep voting by mail the same in Michigan: go.mi.gov/f49003368

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

MDOS staff and local partners will be in Hancock on Sept. 22 and Iron Mountain on Sept. 23 hosting free Road to Restoration driver’s license clinics. Save your spot ahead of time and learn more: mi.gov/r2r Walk-ins will also be available on the day of each clinic.

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Text: Road to Restoration upcoming driver's license clinics

There will be a clinic in Hancock at 417 Quincy Street from 10 am to 2 pm on September 22

There will be another clinic in Iron Mountain at 800 Crystal Lake Boulevard #110 from 10 am to 2 pm Central Standard Time on September 23

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Today, we remember the innocent lives taken 25 years ago, and the lives that were cut short as a direct result of the attacks and their aftermath. We honor the courageous first responders – heroes who answered the call on a day our nation will never forget.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Here’s what you need to qualify for MI voter preregistration. 👇 Learn more: mi.gov/prereg

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You must be a Michigan resident, a United States citizen, 16 to 17 years old, and not currently serving jail or prison time.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

The Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) protects the address and other personal information of survivors of: ● domestic abuse ● sexual assault ● human trafficking ● those at risk of being threatened or physically harmed Visit mi.gov/agacp, email ag-acp@michigan.gov, or call 313-456-0190.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Happy National DMV Appreciation Month! This month, we want to give special thanks to all of our staff who work in and manage the Secretary of State branch offices and help customers register their decision to be an organ, eye and tissue donor. 💙💚🚗

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Happy Voter Preregistration Week, Michigan! By law, our state allows eligible Michiganders who are between the ages of 16 and 17 to preregister to vote: go.mi.gov/iuhfk3307 This means that once they are 18, they will be prepared to cast their ballot immediately.

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September 6 through 12

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Here’s where our Secretary of State Mobile Office will be over the next few days! Find out more info: mi.gov/sosmobile

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Charlotte Frontier Days located at 1025 South Cochran Road in Charlotte from 12 pm to 6 pm on September 10, 1 pm to 7 pm on September 11, and 12 pm to 5 pm on September 12.

Boyne City Public Library located at 201 East Main Street in Boyne City from 10 am to 3:30 pm on September 11

All residents welcome

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Registration for the free Road to Restoration driver’s license clinic in Bad Axe on Sept. 9 closes TODAY at 4 p.m. Sign up now: mi.gov/r2r Walk-ins will be accepted at the clinic.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Happy Labor Day, Michigan! Today, we honor the roots of the labor movement that forever changed the future of employment in our nation and thank each and every American worker.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Affected customers can also go online or visit a Secretary of State branch office in person to print a temporary license/ID to use while they wait for a new card. If your old license or ID hasn’t expired yet, it’s still valid for travel.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

We have already sent new, corrected cards to everyone who received a misprinted license or ID. People who got a misprinted license don’t have to take any action at this time because they will automatically get a new card in the mail.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

The misprinted licenses/IDs have a stock photo and date of birth printed in the lower right-hand corner instead of the cardholder’s information. The misprinted information is generic and is not the information of another resident.

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Approximately 8,200 Michiganders who recently applied for or renewed an enhanced driver’s license or state ID received a misprinted card in the mail this week. The misprints are the result of an error by our vendor Idemia. The error affected a batch of licenses and IDs printed on Aug. 26, 2026.

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Text: MDOS Statement on Vendor Misprint of Enhanced Driver’s License or State ID

Approximately 8,200 Michiganders who recently applied for or renewed an enhanced driver’s license or state ID received a misprinted card in the mail this week. The misprints are the result of an error by our vendor Idemia. The error affected a batch of licenses and IDs printed on Aug. 26, 2026...

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

FAQ Friday: How do I become a poll worker? Michigan always needs poll workers from both major political parties to help ensure elections run smoothly and securely. Sign up to be a poll worker in the Nov. 3 General Election or learn more at mi.gov/pollworker

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Text: Become a poll worker

Get trained - learn how to be a poll worker

Get paid - make some cash

Get involved - help keep elections secure and running smoothly

Learn more at michigan.gov/pollworker

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Football season is back, and this is our year! 🏈 Support the Detroit Lions and their charitable organization ahead of the new NFL season by ordering a personalized or randomized sports license plate: mi.gov/sosplates

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

All Department of State offices and Secretary of State offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day. Most transactions can still be completed online at mi.gov/sos or on one of more than 160 self-service stations across the state.

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Text: Secretary of State offices will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Walk-ins will be available as space allows at the free Road to Restoration driver’s license clinic in Detroit today. Learn more: mi.gov/r2r

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Text: Road to Restoration Michigan Department of State Driver's license clinics

Staff and local partners will be in Detroit at the Eastern Market located at 2934 Russell Street, Shed 5, on September 1.

Walk-ins will be accepted only if capacity permits and will be served between 11 am and 3 pm.

This is not an expungement event.

Learn more at Michigan.gov/R2R

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Michigan Department of State @michigansos.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Summer might be coming to an end, but motorcyclists are still on the roads. Keep these helpful tips in mind when sharing the road with them. mi.gov/looktwice

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Tip one is to look twice when turning left

Tip two is to keep your distance

Tip three is double check blind spots

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