HB857

Early voting; require Secretary of State to authorize for overseas military.

Failed·2/3/26
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Mississippi HB857 would require the Secretary of State to create rules for early voting for overseas military voters.

Mississippi HB857 amends the Mississippi Code to require the Secretary of State to create rules and regulations that allow uniformed services voters to vote early for elections, special elections, and run-offs. The bill also updates election procedures for uniformed services and overseas voters. It mandates the Secretary of State to adopt rules necessary to implement these changes and comply with the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act. The act would take effect on July 1, 2026.

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History

Feb 3

House

Died In Committee

Jan 16

House

Referred To Apportionment and Elections