2012 Primary Process

Delegate Allocation: The Republican National Committee has said that Michigan’s total delegates to the national convention will be reduced by 50 percent due to the pre-March primary date. Of the 30 delegates at stake, two delegates will be awarded to the winner in each of the state's 14 congressional districts and the remaining two delegates will be awarded proportionally provided candidates reaches a 15 percent threshold.

Eligibility: To participate in the Republican presidential primary, a registered voter must request a Republican ballot in writing when voting. However, a voter does not have to be a registered Republican prior to participating in the presidential primary, according to state law.