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MS HC23
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Failed
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jeramey Anderson
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AI Summary
- Amends Section 241 of the Mississippi Constitution of 1890 to automatically restore voting rights to individuals convicted of certain felonies (voter fraud, bribery, theft, arson, false pretenses, perjury, forgery, embezzlement, bigamy) once they complete all sentencing requirements including parole
- Permanently disqualifies only those convicted of murder or rape from voting, removing other crimes from the permanent disenfranchisement list
- Repeals Section 253, which currently requires a two-thirds vote of both legislative houses to restore voting rights to individuals disqualified due to criminal convictions
- Requires the proposed constitutional amendment to be placed on the ballot for the November 2026 general election for voter approval
- Changes voting rights suspension from permanent to temporary for most disenfranchising offenses, with automatic restoration upon sentence completion rather than requiring legislative action
Legislative Description
Constitution; amend to restore voting rights to certain qualified electors once meeting sentencing requirements.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary B1/16/2026
Full Bill Text
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