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MS HB1132
Bill
Status
3/15/2012
Primary Sponsor
Andy Gipson
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AI Summary
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Establishes that the address from a person's most recent homestead exemption filing shall be used as their official residence address for voter registration, precinct verification, and precinct changes if they have filed for homestead exemption.
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Amends Section 23-15-11 to specify that homestead exemption filing address determines where a qualified elector is registered to vote.
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Amends Section 23-15-13 to require officials to use the most recent homestead exemption filing address to verify residence when processing precinct transfer requests.
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Requires the Secretary of State to clearly state on voter registration forms and mail-in application instructions that homestead exemption filing address will be used as the official residence address for voter registration.
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Mandates submission of the act to the U.S. Department of Justice or federal court for Voting Rights Act compliance review, with effectiveness contingent upon federal approval.
Legislative Description
Voter registration; require homestead filing as proof of residence.
Last Action
Died On Calendar
3/15/2012