MS HC16

Amends Section 140 of the Mississippi Constitution to require the Governor be elected by majority of popular votes in a general election, eliminating the electoral vote system.

Establishes a runoff election three weeks after the general election between the two candidates receiving the highest number of votes if no candidate achieves a majority in the initial election.

Repeals Section 141 which previously allowed the House of Representatives to elect the Governor if no candidate received majorities in both popular and electoral votes.

Amends Section 142 to clarify that members of the House of Representatives cannot receive state appointments from any officer elected by the House during their term of office.

Requires the proposed amendments be submitted to qualified voters at the November 2013 general election as a single amendment.