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MS SB2588

Bill

Status

Failed

2/1/2022

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Blackwell

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Origin

Senate

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a secure internet website through the Secretary of State to allow first-time voters with valid Mississippi driver's licenses or photo identification to submit online voter registration applications.

  • Online registration system verifies applicant information against Mississippi Department of Public Safety records, including driver's license number, name, date of birth, and citizenship status.

  • Allows registered voters to use the online system to change their name, address, or other registration information, or to terminate their voter registration.

  • County registrars review all online applications and may reject them if required information does not match Department of Public Safety records or if the application is incomplete.

  • Requires the Secretary of State and Department of Public Safety to enter into a memorandum of understanding to share information necessary to facilitate online voter registration.

  • Effective date: July 1, 2022.

Legislative Description

Online voter registration; revise to allow for first-time voters to register through.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/1/2022

Committee Referrals

Elections1/17/2022

Full Bill Text

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