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Congratulations, mayor-elect! Now hold your horses

A sign reading "vote here" directs people to Blair Township's Precinct Number 2, on August 2, 2022.
Amanda Sewell
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A sign directs people to Blair Township's Precinct Number 2, on August 2, 2022.

A new Michigan law requires some local elected officials to wait a certain amount of time before assuming office. And so far this session, it's the only election measure to receive bipartisan support in Lansing.

We hear why the new law went into effect, and what it means for those chosen to lead their communities. Read the full story.

Reporting for this episode by Votebeat Michigan's Hayley Harding.


Producer: Austin Rowlader
Editor: Steve Junker
Music: Blue Dot Sessions

Ed Ronco is IPR's news director and the local host of "Morning Edition," as well as the "Up North Lowdown" daily news podcast.