MS HB1307

Abolishes partisan primary elections and replaces them with "preferential elections" open to all qualified voters regardless of party affiliation.

Establishes preferential elections to be held three weeks before general elections, with the candidate receiving a majority of votes advancing alone to the general ballot, or the top two candidates advancing if no majority is achieved.

Requires candidates to qualify by filing intent and paying fees ($300 for Governor/U.S. Senator, $200 for statewide offices, $15 for legislative/county offices, $10 for municipal offices) no later than 60 days before the general election.

Allows all qualified electors to participate in preferential and general elections without regard to party affiliation, with candidates listed alphabetically on ballots with party designation shown in parentheses.

Repeals existing sections governing partisan primary elections, primary election procedures, duties of party executive committees, and primary election contests.