MS HB667

Requires candidates to file a Statement of Intent within 10 days of receiving contributions exceeding $200 or making expenditures exceeding $200, including candidate name, address, telephone number, office sought, party affiliation, and designated agent information.

Modifies reporting requirements for candidates who have filed a Statement of Intent under Section 23-15-803 to include them in the regular campaign finance reporting obligations alongside traditional candidates seeking election.

Establishes a two-notice system for candidates and political committees failing to file required reports: an initial notice explaining the $50 per day civil penalty (up to 10 days), and a second notice with assessed penalty amount, payment deadline, waiver rights, and notification to the Attorney General.

Extends the deadline for delinquent candidates and political committees to file outstanding reports and pay civil assessments from 10 calendar days to 20 calendar days following the second written notice from the Secretary of State.

Requires the Secretary of State to submit the act to the U.S. Attorney General or U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia for approval under the Voting Rights Act of 1965.