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MS HB730
MS HB730Municipalities; authorize those of certain size to conduct special elections at one polling place.
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Introduced
02/10/2020
02/10/2020
In Committee
05/11/2020
05/11/2020
Crossed Over
03/04/2020
03/04/2020
Passed
Dead
06/09/2020
06/09/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 23-15-859, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize Any Municipality With A Population Of 2,500 Residents Or Less To Conduct A Special Election For Any Issue Or Candidate At One Centralized Polling Place; To Amend Section 23-15-557, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Preceding Section; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes any municipality in Mississippi with a population of 2,500 residents or less to conduct a special election for any issue or candidate at one centralized polling place, which may be located at city hall or another location. The bill also provides specific notice requirements for such elections, including publication in a local newspaper and posting of notices. Additionally, the bill clarifies that the municipality's authority to divide the city into voting precincts and establish polling places does not apply to these smaller municipalities with centralized polling locations.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 06/09/2020)
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