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MS SB2655

Bill

Status

Failed

2/4/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jeremy England

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Origin

Senate

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates Section 23-15-51 requiring individuals registering to vote in-person or by mail to provide proof of residency documentation unless eligible to register using the Federal Post Card Application.

  • Specifies acceptable proof of residency documents including driver's licenses, identification cards, property tax bills, utility bills, bank statements, paychecks, and employer identification cards with photographs.

  • Requires proof of residency documents to contain the applicant's current full name, complete residential address with numbered street address, and be valid on the date of application.

  • Allows a 10-day window for applicants to submit required residency documentation after receiving notification; applications are rejected if documents are not submitted within that timeframe.

  • Exempts applicants updating existing voter registration information from providing proof of residency, though address updates through secure internet must match records with the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2025.

Legislative Description

Voter registration; create proof of residency required for.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Elections1/20/2025

Full Bill Text

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