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Modernizing Voter Registration

Registering to vote is the first step in making our voices heard in our democracy. Common Cause is advocating for modernization of the registration process nationwide so that more eligible voters can get on the rolls.

Every eligible American should be able to register to vote in a convenient and secure way that is beneficial to new voters and administrators alike. Key voter registration improvements can ensure our systems are secure and efficient, safeguard our votes, and even save states money. These upgrades include:

  • Automatic Voter Registration (AVR): Automatically registering eligible voters through the DMV and other government agencies unless they opt out.
  • Election Day/Same Day Registration (SDR/EDR): Allowing eligible voters to register and vote on Election Day and during early voting periods.
  • Online Voter Registration (OVR): Letting eligible voters to register to vote or update their information via secure government websites, and
  • Pre-Registration for High School Students: Giving eligible 16- and 17-year olds the ability to pre-register to vote, so that their registration is automatically activated when they turn 18.

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Tell our Senators Slotkin and Peters: BE LOUD and REJECT the anti-voter SAVE Act

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Tell our Senators Slotkin and Peters: BE LOUD and REJECT the anti-voter SAVE Act

Every eligible American deserves the freedom to vote without jumping through impossible hoops.

But the SAVE Act would scare newly naturalized citizens out of voting and make it harder for millions of eligible voters to cast a ballot—especially seniors, women, students, veterans, and rural voters.

In our state alone, 5,859,601 voters don’t have passports, 2,214,291 married women could face documentation issues, and thousands of voters used online registration that this bill would eliminate.

The SAVE Act would also...

Tell Your Representative: Vote NO on Michigan’s Anti-Voter Bill

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Tell Your Representative: Vote NO on Michigan’s Anti-Voter Bill

Michigan lawmakers are pushing a bill that would force voters to prove their citizenship—again—just to stay registered. It’s a copycat of Trump’s federal SAVE Act and could purge eligible voters from the rolls, create long lines at the polls, and block people from casting their ballot. The bill (HJR B) has passed out of committee and is now heading to the full Michigan House for a vote—and it could happen any day now. Send a...
Share your story about barriers to voting and help us fight back!

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Share your story about barriers to voting and help us fight back!

Have you faced barriers when trying to vote? Whether it’s missing documents, financial hurdles, or changing requirements, we want to hear from you. Your story can help highlight the real impact of voter suppression and push lawmakers to protect our rights. Fill out the form below to share your experience. Together, we can stand up against harmful proposals like HJR B and ensure every Michigander has a voice.

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Events


Weekly Recruit & Confirm Phone Bank

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Weekly Recruit & Confirm Phone Bank

We're looking for passionate individuals to help us spread the word and recruit volunteers for our upcoming events and confirm them for events they have registered for!


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1:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST

Weekly Recruit & Confirm Phone Bank

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Weekly Recruit & Confirm Phone Bank

We're looking for passionate individuals to help us spread the word and recruit volunteers for our upcoming events and confirm them for events they have registered for!


Zoom
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST

Weekly Recruit & Confirm Phone Bank

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Weekly Recruit & Confirm Phone Bank

We're looking for passionate individuals to help us spread the word and recruit volunteers for our upcoming events and confirm them for events they have registered for!


Zoom
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST

Michigan: Volunteer Info Session 101

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Michigan: Volunteer Info Session 101

Each month we host an interactive virtual meeting where you will learn about Common Cause Michigan, our work, and our team will share different ways you can volunteer in Michigan.
It’s also a perfect chance to ask any questions you might have about volunteering!


Zoom
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm EST

Weekly Recruit & Confirm Phone Bank

Online

Weekly Recruit & Confirm Phone Bank

We're looking for passionate individuals to help us spread the word and recruit volunteers for our upcoming events and confirm them for events they have registered for!


Zoom
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST

Michigan: Volunteer Info Session 101

Online

Michigan: Volunteer Info Session 101

Each month we host an interactive virtual meeting where you will learn about Common Cause Michigan, our work, and our team will share different ways you can volunteer in Michigan.
It’s also a perfect chance to ask any questions you might have about volunteering!


Zoom
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm EST

Press

Senate Must Reject Attempt to Block the Ballot

Press Release

Senate Must Reject Attempt to Block the Ballot

Regardless of the next steps for this resolution, whether it’s legislative or citizen ballot initiative, Michigan must reject this clear voter suppression

SAVE Act Passage is Wrong for Michigan

Press Release

SAVE Act Passage is Wrong for Michigan

Common Cause Michigan is calling on Michigan's two U.S. Senators to derail a voter suppression bill named the SAVE Act that passed the U.S. House today.

Trump’s Voter Suppression Order Unwelcome in Michigan

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Trump’s Voter Suppression Order Unwelcome in Michigan

Common Cause Michigan is encouraging state lawmakers to reassert their right to control Michigan elections in response to President Donald Trump’s executive order overriding Michigan voting laws.

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