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MS HC5
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Failed
2/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jerry Turner
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AI Summary
- Proposes amendment to Section 241 of the Mississippi Constitution of 1890 to explicitly require that only United States citizens are allowed to vote
- Reduces residency requirements from one year statewide to 30 days, from one year in county to 30 days, and from six months in election precinct to 30 days
- Adds gender-neutral language ("or she") throughout the voting eligibility section
- Clarifies qualified electors may vote in state or local office elections and statewide or local referendums, with separate requirements for presidential elections
- Directs the Secretary of State to submit the proposed amendment to qualified electors for a vote on the first Tuesday after the first Monday of November 2026
Legislative Description
Constitution; amend to provide that only citizens of the United States are allowed the opportunity to vote.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/4/2025
Committee Referrals
Constitution1/10/2025
Full Bill Text
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