The Michigan Bureau of Elections has advised voters to use caution before clicking links or providing personal information when responding to text messages or e-mail inquiries regarding voter registration. Some are legitimate notifications, but some may not be.
The State of Michigan reminds us that during big election years, it is common for third-party groups to send voter registration forms directly to voters either by mail, email, or text message. Mail-in and online registration options have been available to Michigan voters by law for many years.
When in doubt, voters can go directly to the state's website at www.mi.gov/vote to check voter registration status, register to vote, or update registration. As we get closer to November, remember that the Clerk's Offices at the city (www.portagemi.gov/161/Elections-Election-Workers) and county (www.kalcounty.com/clerk/elections_voting/) are the go-to sources for voting information or questions about the process.