HB571

Foreign nationals; prohibit from making any contribution or expenditure connected to any ballot measure.

Failed·3/3/26

Mississippi HB571 prohibits foreign nationals from contributing to or spending on state or local ballot measures.

Mississippi HB571 amends the state code to prohibit foreign nationals from making any contributions or expenditures related to state or local ballot measures. The term "foreign national" includes non-citizens not lawfully admitted for permanent residence. This prohibition applies to both direct and indirect contributions or expenditures. The act takes effect from July 1, 2026.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

House Passed

111 Yea

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1 Nay

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10 Not Voting

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History

Mar 3

Senate

Died In Committee

Feb 17

Senate

Referred To Elections

Feb 5

House

Transmitted To Senate