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MS SB2347

MS SB2347
Qualifying to run for public office; prohibit use of post office box and require physical address of residence.


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Introduced
01/19/2026
In Committee
01/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Amend Section 23-15-359, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prohibit The Use Of A Post Office Box Number As A Qualifying Address For A Candidate Filing To Run For Public Office; To Require The Candidate To Provide A Physical Address For His Or Her Place Of Residence; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill amends Mississippi law to require candidates running for public office to provide a physical address of their residence, rather than a post office box number, when they qualify to run. This change is intended to ensure that candidates have a verifiable physical address within the jurisdiction they seek to represent, enhancing transparency and accountability in the electoral process. The bill specifies that election commissions will now be responsible for verifying this physical address as part of the candidate qualification process.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)

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