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MS HB760
MS HB760Elected official; prohibit from changing political party affiliation during term of office.
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Introduced
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
In Committee
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Prohibit An Elected Official From Changing Political Party Affiliation During Such Official's Term Of Office; To Provide That A Change Of Political Party Affiliation Shall Be Considered A Resignation And The Office Of Such Official Shall Be Vacant And Filled As Provided By Law For Such Office; To Provide That Such Vacancy Shall Be Filled As Provided By Law For That Office; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits any elected official in Mississippi from changing their political party affiliation while serving in their current term of office, defining a "change in political party affiliation" as either publicly declaring they are leaving their original party or joining a different one. If an elected official does change their party affiliation, it will automatically be considered a resignation from their position, creating a vacancy that will be filled according to existing state laws for that specific office. This new law is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0760.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0700-0799/HB0760IN.htm |
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