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MS SB2593

Bill

Status

Failed

2/2/2021

Primary Sponsor

Jeff Tate

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends electioneering prohibitions to all persons (not just candidates and their representatives) within polling places and within 150 feet of any operable entrance

  • Prohibits oral, printed, or written attempts to persuade voters to vote for or against any candidate, constitutional amendment, local issue, or ballot measure within the restricted zone

  • Bans posting or distributing campaign literature, cards, and posters in support of or opposition to any ballot item within the restricted area

  • Prohibits wearing or displaying apparel, badges, buttons, pins, stickers, or insignia identifying any candidate or ballot measure by name, photo, or likeness within the restricted zone

  • Effective date of July 1, 2021

Legislative Description

Electioneering; prohibit in any public area within a set distance of polling place.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/2/2021

Committee Referrals

Elections1/18/2021

Full Bill Text

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