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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 23-15-713, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize Every Duly Qualified Elector To Vote By Absentee Ballot; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Mississippi law to allow any duly qualified elector, meaning any registered voter who meets the state's eligibility requirements, to vote by absentee ballot, removing previous restrictions that limited absentee voting to specific categories of individuals such as students, those required to be away from home for work, individuals with physical disabilities, those aged 65 or older, or incarcerated individuals not convicted of a disenfranchising crime.
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/SB/SB2214.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2200-2299/SB2214IN.htm |
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