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HB 1001·MS·house

Elections; allow individuals to vote by affidavit if they register after 30-day cut off but before election day.

FailedFiled Jan 16, 2026
Sponsor: Butler-Washington
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(H) Died In Committee

Feb 3, 2026

Summary

The bill lets people who register between the 30‑day cutoff and Election Day cast an affidavit ballot at the polls. It outlines how poll managers must notify voters, what information the affidavit envelope must contain, and gives a five‑day window to present ID afterward. The measure died in committee and never became law.

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