MississippiProposal would restore voting rights for Robert Gill
A proposal that died in committee would restore Robert Gill’s right to vote in Mississippi after a vehicle theft conviction.
What it does
If enacted, the proposal would restore Robert Gill’s right to vote in Mississippi. It covers only him, and the bill died in committee.
Argument forRestoring Mr. Gill’s voting rights could let him take part in elections after his release and discharge from state supervision.
Argument againstSome readers might worry that restoring voting rights after a vehicle theft conviction could weaken the consequence they believe that conviction should carry.
More detail
The proposal would restore Robert Gill’s right to vote. It applies only to Robert Gill of Greene County, Mississippi, whose voting disqualification followed a vehicle theft conviction in George County. If enacted, the act would take effect upon 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 26Referred To Judiciary, Division BMinor
- Mar 26Transmitted To SenateMinor
- Mar 26Immediate Release
- Mar 26PassedPassed House
- Mar 25Title Suff Do PassMinor
- Mar 18Referred To Judiciary BIntroduced
Civil Rights & Voting