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MS HC4Constitution; amend to provide that no individual who has been convicted of a felony is not a qualified elector.
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Introduced
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
In Committee
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
A Concurrent Resolution Proposing An Amendment To Section 241, Mississippi Constitution Of 1890, To Provide That An Individual Who Has Been Convicted Of Any Felony Is Not A Qualified Elector; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This concurrent resolution proposes an amendment to Section 241 of the Mississippi Constitution of 1890, which outlines the qualifications for being a registered voter, also known as a "qualified elector." The proposed change would explicitly state that any individual convicted of any felony is no longer considered a qualified elector, meaning they would lose their right to vote. This amendment aims to expand the existing list of disqualifying offenses, which currently includes specific crimes like murder, rape, and forgery, to encompass all felonies. The resolution also specifies that this proposed amendment will be put to a vote of the state's qualified electors in November 2026 for their approval.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HC/HC0004.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HC/HC0004IN.htm |
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