MississippiMeasure would restore Paul Jackson’s right to vote
If the measure takes effect, Paul Jackson of Oktibbeha County would regain the right to vote after his embezzlement conviction.
What it does
Paul Jackson of Oktibbeha County would regain the right to vote if this measure takes effect.
Argument forRestoring Jackson’s voting rights could let him take part in elections again after completing his sentence and supervision.
Argument againstBecause this measure names only Paul Jackson, other people with felony convictions might not regain voting rights under it.
More detail
The Legislature would restore Paul Jackson’s right to vote. This applies only to Paul Jackson of Oktibbeha County, whose voting rights were disqualified after an embezzlement conviction in Lowndes County. 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