MI SB1196

Counties: employees and officers; appointment of vacant county office; modify. Amends secs. 205 & 209 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.205 & 168.209). TIE BAR WITH: SB 1195'26

Introduced Senate Darrin Camilleri (D)
Plain English Summary

Michigan Senate Bill 1196, introduced by Senator Darrin Camilleri on October 1, 2026, seeks to amend sections 205 and 209 of the Michigan Election Law (1954 PA 116) to modify the procedures for appointing individuals to vacant county offices. The bill is tied to Senate Bill 1195, indicating that both bills are intended to work together to address the appointment process for county offices. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MI/bill/SB1196/2025?utm_source=openai))

At a Glance

MI SB1196 is a senate bill in the Michigan 103rd Legislature, sponsored by Darrin Camilleri (D), currently “Introduced” since October 1, 2026.

We track 4,230 Michigan bills this session, 63 of them sponsored by Darrin Camilleri.

Supporters Say

As of now, there are no visible public or private discussions or media coverage regarding Senate Bill 1196. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MI/comments/SB1196/2025?utm_source=openai))

Critics Say

Currently, there is no media coverage or public commentary available that presents negative reactions or concerns about Senate Bill 1196. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MI/comments/SB1196/2025?utm_source=openai))

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Frequently Asked Questions
What does MI SB1196 do?

Michigan Senate Bill 1196, introduced by Senator Darrin Camilleri on October 1, 2026, seeks to amend sections 205 and 209 of the Michigan Election Law (1954 PA 116) to modify the procedures for appointing individuals to vacant county offices. The bill is tied to Senate Bill 1195, indicating that both bills are intended to work together to address the appointment process for county offices.…

What is the status of MI SB1196?

MI SB1196 is currently “Introduced” in the Michigan legislature.

Who sponsored MI SB1196?

Darrin Camilleri (D) sponsored MI SB1196.