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MS HC39
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Failed
3/5/2024
Primary Sponsor
Kabir Karriem
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AI Summary
- Proposes an amendment to Section 241 of the Mississippi Constitution of 1890 to add embezzlement convictions to the list of crimes that disqualify a person from voting
- Applies only to embezzlement convictions where the value and/or amount involved is $5,000.00 or more
- Adds embezzlement to existing voting disqualifications which include murder, rape, bribery, theft, arson, perjury, forgery, and bigamy
- Directs the Secretary of State to submit the proposed amendment to qualified electors at the election on the first Tuesday after the first Monday of November 2024
- Establishes the ballot explanation to inform voters that the amendment prevents those convicted of embezzlement of $5,000 or more from being qualified electors
Legislative Description
Constitution; amend to provide that a person convicted of embezzlement in the amount of $5,000 or more shall not be a qualified elector.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/5/2024
Committee Referrals
Constitution2/19/2024
Full Bill Text
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