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MS HB834
Bill
Status
2/5/2019
Primary Sponsor
Thomas Reynolds
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 23-15-11 to allow persons convicted of nonviolent disqualifying crimes listed in Section 241 of the Mississippi Constitution to have voting rights restored two years after completing all sentencing requirements.
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Modifies Section 23-15-19 to clarify that the voting restrictions do not apply to those who have satisfied the two-year waiting period following completion of sentencing for nonviolent disqualifying crimes.
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Brings forward Section 23-15-151 regarding the maintenance of lists of persons convicted of voter fraud or disqualifying crimes in the Statewide Elections Management System.
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Effective date is July 1, 2019.
Legislative Description
Right to vote; restore to people who committed nonviolent disqualifying crimes upon meeting certain requirements.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/5/2019