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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
An Act To Create The "donald J. Trump Voting Rights Restoration Act"; To Amend Section 23-15-11, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That A Person Who Is Otherwise A Qualified Elector And Has Been Convicted Of Voter Fraud, Bribery, Theft, Arson, Obtaining Money Or Goods Under False Pretense, Perjury, Forgery, Embezzlement, Bigamy Or Any Crime Interpreted As Disenfranchising In Later Attorney General Opinions, Except For Murder And Rape, Shall Have His Or Her Right To Vote Suspended Upon Conviction And Shall Not Have His Or Her Right To Vote Restored Until He Or She Has Satisfied All Of The Sentencing Requirements Of The Conviction, Including Parole But Not Probation; To Amend Sections 23-15-19, 23-15-125, 23-15-151, 23-15-153 And 23-15-165, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Preceding Section; To Bring Forward Sections 97-39-3 And 99-19-37, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Donald J. Trump Voting Rights Restoration Act," proposes to amend Mississippi law regarding voter qualifications and the restoration of voting rights after felony convictions. Specifically, it clarifies that individuals convicted of voter fraud, bribery, theft, arson, obtaining money or goods under false pretense, perjury, forgery, embezzlement, bigamy, or other crimes deemed disenfranchising by the Attorney General, except for murder and rape, will have their voting rights suspended upon conviction. These rights will only be restored after all sentencing requirements, including parole but not probation, are fully satisfied. The bill also makes conforming changes to other sections of Mississippi law related to voter registration and the maintenance of voter rolls, ensuring that the Statewide Elections Management System (SEMS), a centralized database of registered voters, reflects these updated provisions. Additionally, it brings forward existing laws concerning disenfranchisement due to dueling and the restoration of suffrage for honorable military service during World War I and II for potential future amendment.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0019.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0001-0099/HB0019IN.htm |
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