HB1426

Early voting; require period of no less than 21 days before each election.

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In Text

Establishes early voting period of no less than 21 days before each election in Mississippi.

Mississippi HB1426 establishes an early voting period of no less than 21 days before each primary, general, runoff, special, and municipal election. It specifies the number of days for early voting based on county population, with additional days allowed for elections exceeding one per year. The bill details procedures for early voting, including the duties of poll managers, the handling of absentee ballots, and the process for challenging voter qualifications. It also outlines the requirements for candidates to qualify for the ballot and the penalties for violations.

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History

Feb 3

House

Died In Committee

Jan 16

House

Referred To Apportionment and Elections