Granholm signs bill moving pres-primary to Jan. 15th

Governor Jennifer M. Granholm has signed into law Senate Bill 624 that establishes January 15, 2008 as the date for a statewide presidential primary for the 2008 presidential election cycle.  The bill passed with bipartisan majorities in both the state house and state senate and is supported by leaders from both the Democratic and Republican state parties.  It was filed with the Office of the Great Seal this morning, has immediate effect, and is now Public Act 52 of 2007. 

“An early Michigan primary can lead to greater emphasis on issues that matter to all Americans,” Granholm said.