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MS HC6
Concurrent Resolution
Status
2/3/2015
Primary Sponsor
Greg Snowden
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AI Summary
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Proposes amendment to Mississippi Constitution to elect Governor by majority of popular votes cast in general election held first Tuesday after first Monday of November.
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Eliminates the electoral vote system and requirement that Governor receive both majority of popular votes and majority of electoral votes to be elected.
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Establishes runoff election between two candidates receiving highest number of votes if no candidate receives majority in general election, to be held three weeks later.
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Repeals Section 141 which previously allowed House of Representatives to choose Governor from top two candidates if no candidate received required majorities.
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Requires voter approval of proposed amendments at election on November 3, 2015, with ballot explanation stating amendment abolishes House election requirement for Governor.
Legislative Description
Constitution; amend to elect Governor by majority of popular vote, with no electoral vote requirement.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2015