MississippiLegislature would restore John Cook’s right to vote
If passed, the measure would restore John Cook’s voting rights, which were disqualified after a grand larceny conviction.
What it does
John Cook of Lamar County would regain the right to vote after the Legislature says he has lived lawfully since his release from prison.
Argument forRestoring Cook’s voting rights could let him take part in elections after the Legislature says he has lived lawfully since his release.
Argument againstRestoring voting rights after a serious conviction might concern people who believe those rights should remain limited after such crimes.
More detail
The Legislature would restore John Cook’s right to vote. This applies only to John Cook of Lamar County, whose voting rights were disqualified because of a grand larceny conviction. The restoration would take effect when the act passes.
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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 23Referred To Judiciary BIntroduced
Civil Rights & Voting