Michigan § 38.61 - Election by elected or appointed official.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 38.61 — Election by elected or appointed official., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38.61. Election by elected or appointed official.
An elected or appointed official who is first elected or appointed on or after March 31, 1997 may irrevocably elect not to become a qualified participant of Tier 2 or may irrevocably elect to discontinue participation in Tier 2 by filing written notice of the election with the state treasurer. Upon receipt of the election, his or her employer shall not contribute any percentage of compensation under section 63 for the official who makes either election.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 38.61
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 38.61 cover?
Section 38.61 ("Election by elected or appointed official.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Michigan § 38.61?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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