MississippiCommittee bill to restore Howery’s voting rights died before passage
The proposal died in committee; if passed, it would have restored Charles Howery’s voting rights, citing his record and later conduct.
What it does
The proposal would restore Charles Howery’s right to vote. It names him and recounts his convictions and sentences.
Argument forRestoring Howery’s voting rights could let him take part in elections; the Legislature says he has since lived lawfully.
Argument againstSome may object that restoring Howery’s voting rights would remove a voting limit tied to his many convictions.
More detail
The proposal would restore Charles Howery’s right to vote. The provision names Charles Howery of Yazoo County, whose voting rights were disqualified after a conviction for receiving stolen property. The proposal says it would take effect after passage.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Died
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Apr 15Died In CommitteeDied
- Mar 20Referred To Judiciary, Division BMinor
- Mar 20Transmitted To SenateMinor
- Mar 19PassedPassed House
- Mar 18Title Suff Do PassMinor
- Mar 12Referred To Judiciary BIntroduced
Civil Rights & VotingCriminal Justice