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SC514Introduced in the Senate

State general elections; require all candidates to obtain majority of votes to secure office.

Failed

Introduced by Juan Barnett, District 34

What does this bill do?

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Official description

A Concurrent Resolution Proposing An Amendment To The Mississippi Constitution Of 1890 To Require All Candidates Running For State And County Elections To Secure The Majority Vote To Be Elected; And For Related Purposes.

Where it stands

Died In Committee

February 3, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

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Bill history

  1. Referred To Constitution;Elections

  2. Died In Committee

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