Bill > HB1446

This bill, known as the "Robert G. Clark, Jr., Voting Rights Act of Mississippi," aims to strengthen voting rights by prohibiting voter suppression and vote dilution by political subdivisions and state agencies. It establishes the Mississippi Voting Rights Commission, tasked with overseeing certain election policy changes through a process called "preclearance," meaning these changes must be approved by the commission before implementation. The bill also mandates protections for individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP individuals) and voters with disabilities, requiring language assistance and accessible voting methods. Furthermore, it creates the Mississippi Voting and Elections Database and Institute to collect and research election data, and prohibits acts of intimidation, deception, or obstruction that hinder voters. Political subdivisions must provide advance notice of changes to election policies, and all laws related to voting are to be interpreted liberally to promote accessibility and protect voting rights. Individuals or the Attorney General can bring legal actions to address violations of this act.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB1446.xml