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MS SB2783
Bill
Status
Failed
2/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Michael McLendon
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AI Summary
- Prohibits circuit court judges from providing any opportunity for political candidates to address the public during court terms
- Amends Section 23-15-973 of the Mississippi Code to replace the previous requirement that judges give candidates time to address the public with an explicit ban on such opportunities
- Maintains existing prohibitions on judicial candidates aligning with other political candidates, parties, or factions during election campaigns
- Maintains existing penalties for violations, including forfeiture of nomination or voiding of election results
- Takes effect July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Circuit court; prohibit political candidates from addressing the public during court terms.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/4/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary, Division A1/20/2025
Full Bill Text
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