MississippiBill would restore Omar Magee’s right to vote
If enacted, this measure would restore Omar Eugene Magee’s voting rights; it says he completed his sentences and has since lived as a law-abiding citizen.
What it does
If enacted, the measure would restore Omar Eugene Magee’s right to vote in Mississippi; it says he completed his sentences for several convictions.
Argument forRestoring Magee’s voting rights could let him take part in elections after completing his sentences and living lawfully.
Argument againstOther people with similar convictions might not regain voting rights through this measure, which names only Magee.
More detail
The Legislature would restore Magee’s right to vote. It applies only to Omar Eugene Magee of Covington County, whose voting rights were disqualified after a 1978 grand-larceny conviction. The restoration would depend on the measure being enacted. The measure 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 10Referred To Judiciary BIntroduced
Civil Rights & Voting