MississippiBill would restore Kenneth Almons's right to vote
The proposal would restore Hinds County resident Kenneth Almons's right to vote after convictions for armed robbery, burglary, and possessing a firearm.
What it does
The bill would restore Kenneth Almons's right to vote after his convictions in Hinds and Rankin counties. It died in committee and did not take effect.
Argument forRestoring Almons's vote could let him take part in elections after completing his sentences; the bill says he has since lived lawfully.
Argument againstSome voters might oppose restoring the vote because Almons's armed-robbery and later burglary and firearm convictions caused his voting disqualification.
More detail
The bill would restore Kenneth Almons's right to vote. It applies to Kenneth Almons of Hinds County, whose voting disqualification followed convictions in Hinds and Rankin counties. If passed, the act would take effect after passage.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Died
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Apr 15Died In CommitteeDied
- Apr 15Suspend from Deadlines by HC 64
- Mar 10Referred To Judiciary BIntroduced
Civil Rights & Voting