Jocelyn Benson

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson says it’s possible to make elections more open and more efficient, and still ensure voting is secure and accurate.Benson…

Michigan has a new state elections chief. Elections bureau director Jonathan Brater says his top job is ensuring the integrity and public confidence in…

A new state policy makes it faster and easier for people to get a Michigan ID or driver’s license that matches their gender identity.Michigan Secretary of…

People can now apply to be on the state's new 13-member Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission.Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced the…

Michigan is taking steps to secure the state’s voting systems from potential cyberattacks during the 2020 elections.Federal officials warn that hackers…

Attorney General Dana Nessel and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced on Monday that they have filed six felony charges against Southfield City…

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson hopes to improve voter engagement among college students.Benson is taking applications for students who want to be part…

The passage of Proposal 3 last November means any registered voter in the state can now request an absentee ballot. It seems like Michigan residents are…

Michigan’s top elections official says the Legislature should act quickly to draw new maps for legislative and congressional districts.A federal court…

Michigan voters are free to take a picture of their ballot before they leave a voting booth.Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has settled a 2016 lawsuit…