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MS HB630
Bill
Status
Enrolled
3/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jody Steverson
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AI Summary
- Municipalities with populations under 2,000 may appoint poll managers for municipal elections who reside outside city limits but within the same county
- Poll managers must generally be qualified electors of the municipality where the polling place is located for municipal elections
- Election commissioners appoint three poll managers per voting precinct, with one designated as election bailiff
- Additional poll managers may be appointed for precincts with more than 500 registered voters, at a rate of up to three per 1,000 voters above that threshold
- Effective date: July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Municipal elections; authorize poll managers from outside city limits of small municipalities poll manager's county.
Last Action
Due From Governor 03/18/26
3/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Elections2/17/2026
Apportionment and Elections1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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