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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 Amend Section 23-15-169.4, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The Secretary Of State To Create Rules And Regulations That Allow Uniformed Services Voters To Vote Early For Elections, Special Elections And Run-offs; To Bring Forward Sections 23-15-677, 23-15-693, 23-15-699 And 23-15-701, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provide Election Procedures For Uniformed Services And Overseas Voters; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Secretary of State to create rules and regulations allowing uniformed services voters, which includes members of the military and their families serving overseas, to vote early in regular elections, special elections, and run-off elections, in addition to their existing responsibilities of providing information on voter registration and absentee ballot procedures under federal law, such as the Help America Vote Act of 2002 and the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act. The bill also brings forward existing sections of Mississippi law that outline election procedures for these voters, including their ability to use a federal postcard application for registration and ballot requests, and to receive and return ballots via mail, facsimile (FAX), or electronic mail (e-mail).
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
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/HB0857.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0800-0899/HB0857IN.htm |
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