MississippiProposal would restore Ray Gillespie’s right to vote
If adopted, the proposal would restore Ray Gillespie’s right to vote after an armed robbery conviction in Oktibbeha County.
What it does
The proposal would restore Ray Gillespie’s right to vote after an armed robbery conviction in Oktibbeha County.
Argument forRestoring Mr. Gillespie’s voting right could let him take part in elections again after the Legislature was told he had lived lawfully.
Argument againstRestoring voting rights after an armed robbery conviction could concern people who believe that conviction should still disqualify Mr. Gillespie.
More detail
The proposal would restore Ray Gillespie’s right to vote. The restoration applies only to Ray Gillespie of Oktibbeha County, Mississippi. The text says his voting right was taken away after an armed robbery conviction in Oktibbeha County. If adopted, the proposal would take effect on July 1, 2026.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Died
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Apr 15Died In CommitteeDied
- Mar 13Referred To Judiciary, Division BIntroduced
Civil Rights & VotingCriminal Justice