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MS HC7
Concurrent Resolution
Status
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jerry Turner
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AI Summary
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Proposes amending Section 241 of the Mississippi Constitution of 1890 to explicitly state that only United States citizens may vote in state or local elections and referendums
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Reduces residency requirements for voter eligibility from one year to thirty (30) days for both state and county residence
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Reduces precinct/city/town residency requirement from six months to thirty (30) days
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Maintains existing voter disqualifications for those convicted of specific felonies including murder, rape, bribery, theft, arson, perjury, forgery, embezzlement, or bigamy
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Amendment would be submitted to voters on the first Tuesday after the first Monday of November 2026
Legislative Description
Constitution; amend to provide that only citizens of the United States are allowed the opportunity to vote.
Last Action
Died On Calendar
2/12/2026