MississippiProposal would restore Lamar Sampson’s right to vote
If passed, the proposal would restore voting rights to Lamar Sampson of Humphreys County, whose probation ended in 2015.
What it does
The proposal would restore Lamar Sampson’s right to vote after his arson and conspiracy convictions.
Argument forRestoring Mr. Sampson’s voting rights could let him take part in elections after his release and discharge from probation.
Argument againstSome voters may oppose restoring voting rights to someone convicted of arson and conspiracy to commit arson.
More detail
The proposal would restore Lamar Sampson’s right to vote. It applies to Lamar Sampson of Humphreys County, whose voting rights were disqualified after his arson and conspiracy convictions. If passed, the act would take effect from and after its 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 & Voting