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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 Repeal Any Ban On Convicted Felons Voting Or Running For Office In The State Of Mississippi; To Repeal Sections 23-15-19 And 23-15-151, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Require That Any Person Who Has Been Convicted Of Vote Fraud Or Any Disenfranchising Crime Shall Not Be Registered, Or Shall Be Removed From The Statewide Elections Management System; To Amend Sections 23-15-11, 23-15-153, 23-15-221, 23-15-299, 23-15-309, 23-15-359 And 23-15-361, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to repeal any existing ban in Mississippi law that prevents convicted felons from voting or running for office, by removing references to disqualification based on felony convictions, including those related to vote fraud or other "disenfranchising crimes" (crimes that result in the loss of voting rights). The bill amends several sections of Mississippi Code to conform to this change, effectively allowing individuals with felony convictions to vote and hold office if they meet other qualifications. The bill also specifies that it will take effect only after a proposed amendment to the Mississippi Constitution regarding felony disenfranchisement is approved by voters.
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/SB2212.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/SB/2200-2299/SB2212IN.htm |
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