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MS SB2594

Bill

Status

Failed

2/2/2021

Primary Sponsor

Barbara Blackmon

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes qualified electors to vote in the registrar's office between 21 days and 2 days before any election during the preelection day voting period.

  • Establishes preelection voting hours as 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays, with extended hours (including lunch and 5:00-7:00 p.m.) during the final full week before an election.

  • Requires voters to present acceptable photo identification and sign a receipt book before casting ballots using the same procedures as election day voting.

  • Makes all preelection votes final, with results announced simultaneously with election day vote totals, and allows candidates to challenge voter qualifications as permitted on election day.

  • Directs the Secretary of State to promulgate rules and regulations for implementing preelection day voting, effective July 1, 2021.

Legislative Description

Early voting; authorize up to 21 days before any election.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/2/2021

Committee Referrals

Elections1/18/2021

Full Bill Text

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