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MS HB20Curbside voting; authorize for those voting in person absentee at registrar's office.
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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 Amend Section 23-15-719, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize A Registrar To Allow A Physically Disabled Person To Absentee Vote Curbside During The Hours In Which The Registrar's Office Is Open For Absentee Voting; To Provide The Process For Curbside Absentee Voting; To Amend Sections 23-15-637 And 23-15-735, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform; To Bring Forward Sections 23-15-627, 23-15-631 And 23-15-697, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill allows physically disabled individuals to vote absentee curbside at the registrar's office during regular absentee voting hours, requiring the registrar to verify the voter's identity and deliver the ballot to their vehicle while ensuring ballot secrecy by having other passengers exit the vehicle. The bill also makes conforming amendments to existing Mississippi Code sections related to absentee voting procedures and brings forward other sections for potential future amendments, with the new provisions taking effect on July 1, 2026.
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/HB0020.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0001-0099/HB0020IN.htm |
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