MS SB2294

Restores voting rights to persons convicted of disenfranchising crimes upon completion of incarceration and parole, or immediately upon imposition of a probation-only sentence.

Prohibits removal of names from the Statewide Elections Management System unless the person is currently serving incarceration or parole for a disenfranchising crime.

Requires courts to certify the type of sentence imposed (incarceration or probation) when notifying registrars of convictions for disenfranchising crimes.

Mandates the Secretary of State develop and provide training for election commissioners, registrars, and poll managers on duties regarding persons restored to voting rights under this act.

Updates voter registration applications and the Statewide Elections Management System to clarify that persons whose voting rights are restored are not disqualified from registering to vote.