HC29

Constitution; amend to require Governor and every person selected to office in Mississippi to be a natural-born U.S. citizen.

Failed·2/3/26
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Mississippi HC29 proposes to amend the state constitution to require the Governor and all officeholders selected after January 1, 2027, to be.

Mississippi HC29 proposes constitutional amendments to require the Governor and all individuals selected for office in Mississippi after January 1, 2027, to be natural-born U.S. citizens. The changes would affect Section 117, which pertains to the Governor's qualifications, and Section 250, which addresses general eligibility for office. These amendments would be voted on in November 2026.

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History

Feb 3

House

Died In Committee

Jan 16

House

Referred To Constitution