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MS SB2347

Bill

Status

Failed

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Sollie Norwood

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Candidates for public office in Mississippi must provide the physical address of their residence when qualifying to run, rather than a post office box number
  • Election commissions are required to verify that candidates supply a physical address as part of determining whether they meet qualifications to hold office
  • The requirement applies to independent and special election candidates who must file petitions and statements containing their name and address
  • The bill amends Section 23-15-359 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 governing ballot placement and candidate qualification procedures
  • Effective date is July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Qualifying to run for public office; prohibit use of post office box and require physical address of residence.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Elections1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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