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This bill establishes an electronic application procedure for absentee voting for college students, defining a "student absentee voter" as a registered elector enrolled in higher education whose studies require them to be absent from their voting residence on election day. The Secretary of State will create a secure website where these students can upload a completed application, a copy of their student ID, and other required information. Upon approval, their application to receive absentee ballots by mail will be valid until June 30th of the following year, and they will be automatically mailed ballots for all elections within that period. The bill also amends existing laws to conform to this new electronic application process, including changes to how absentee ballot applications are handled and who can serve as a witness for student absentee voters, allowing any adult to witness their signature rather than requiring a notary or specific official.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/SB/SB2047.xml