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MS HC27
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Failed
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Earle Banks
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AI Summary
- Amends Section 241 of the Mississippi Constitution to automatically restore voting rights to persons convicted of any felony once all sentencing requirements (including incarceration, probation, parole, and fines) are satisfied
- Removes the current list of specific disqualifying crimes (murder, rape, bribery, theft, arson, obtaining money under false pretenses, perjury, forgery, embezzlement, bigamy) that permanently bar voting rights
- Repeals Section 253, which currently requires a two-thirds vote of both legislative houses to restore voting rights to individuals disqualified due to crime
- Requires the proposed amendment to be placed on the November 2026 general election ballot for voter approval
- Sponsored by Representative Banks and referred to the Judiciary B and Constitution committees
Legislative Description
Constitution; amend to restore voting rights to qualified electors who have committed a felony once sentencing requirements are met.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary B1/16/2026
Full Bill Text
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