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MS SB2571
Bill
AI Summary
- Amends Section 23-15-911 of Mississippi Code to restrict rescheduling of ballot box examinations after notice has been provided to all parties
- Requires that once notice of examination date is properly served on opposing candidates, the examination date cannot be rescheduled unless the circuit clerk determines good cause exists
- Maintains existing three-day notice requirement for candidates requesting ballot box examination within 12 days after initial canvass
- Applies same examination procedures to election contests involving state Legislature seats
- Takes effect July 1, 2022
Legislative Description
Election contest; revise procedure concerning the date of examination of the ballot box.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/1/2022
Committee Referrals
Elections1/17/2022
Full Bill Text
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