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MS SB2919

Bill

Status

Failed

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jeremy England

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Brings forward 34 sections of Mississippi Code (Sections 23-17-1 through 23-17-61) governing the ballot initiative process for constitutional amendments proposed by voter petition

  • Establishes procedural requirements including petition filing deadlines (90 days before legislative session), signature certification by circuit clerks, Attorney General review for form and style, and a $500 filing fee

  • Sets ballot title and summary requirements (20-word question, 75-word summary), limits initiatives to 5 per ballot, and requires approval by majority vote plus at least 40% of total votes cast in the election

  • Mandates campaign finance reporting for political committees and individuals exceeding $200 in contributions or expenditures, with monthly filing requirements

  • Contains an immediate self-repeal: takes effect July 1, 2026, and stands repealed on June 30, 2026, effectively making this a placeholder bill for potential future amendments

Legislative Description

Ballot initiatives; bring forward code sections concerning.

Last Action

Died On Calendar

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Elections1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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