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MS SB2274

Bill

Status

Failed

1/31/2023

Primary Sponsor

Derrick Simmons

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Origin

Senate

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 23-15-713 of Mississippi Code to allow any duly qualified elector to vote by absentee ballot without restrictions

  • Eliminates all existing categorical requirements for absentee voting, including being a student/teacher away from residence, having physical disability, being 65 or older, or working during poll hours

  • Removes specific provisions that previously limited absentee voting to those absent from their county, congressional delegation employees, or those caring for hospitalized family members

  • Effective date of July 1, 2023

Legislative Description

Absentee voting; authorize every qualified elector.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2023

Committee Referrals

Elections1/13/2023

Full Bill Text

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