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MS SB2574

Bill

Status

Failed

2/1/2022

Primary Sponsor

Joey Fillingane

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Origin

Senate

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires all new federal election guidance received after the law's effective date to be approved by the Mississippi State Legislature before any state or local election officials can implement it

  • Mandates that any state agency or election administrator notify the Governor and Legislature within 5 business days of any communication with the U.S. Department of Justice or other federal agencies regarding voting or election laws

  • Requires legislative approval before any new federal election funds can be accepted or disbursed by election administrators in the state

  • Imposes a 30-day advance notice requirement to the Governor, Clerk of the House, and Secretary of the Senate before implementing federal election guidance or accepting federal election funds

  • Establishes a $5,000 fine for each violation of the notice requirements, with effective date of July 1, 2022

Legislative Description

Elections; require legislative approval of any new elections guidance or funds from the federal government before implementation.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/1/2022

Committee Referrals

Elections1/17/2022

Full Bill Text

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