Suffrage; restore to Frankie Ward, Jr.
This bill restores the right to vote to Frankie O'Neal Ward, Jr., a resident of Jefferson Davis County, Mississippi, who was previously disqualified from voting due to a criminal conviction. The legislation specifically addresses his 2002 conviction for armed robbery and grand larceny, noting that he completed all terms of his sentence and probation by 2016. The act takes effect on July 1, 2026, and does not alter any broader voting laws or eligibility criteria for other individuals.
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Introduction
Mar 2026
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Governor
Introduced Mar 12, 2026
Last action Apr 15, 2026
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Mar 12, 2026
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Referred To Judiciary, Division B
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Rod Hickman
DDemocratic
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