Suffrage; restore to Robert L. Adams of Washington County.
This bill restores the right to vote to Robert L. Adams of Washington County, Mississippi, who had previously lost his voting rights due to two manslaughter convictions. The legislation specifically addresses his disqualification resulting from crimes committed in 2002 and 2010, noting that he has since been discharged from correctional supervision and conducted himself as a law-abiding citizen. By passing this act, the Mississippi Legislature formally reinstates Adams' eligibility to participate in elections without requiring any additional legal procedures. The measure takes effect immediately upon passage and applies only to this individual rather than changing broader voting laws.
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Mar 2026
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Governor
Introduced Mar 11, 2026
Last action Apr 15, 2026
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Mar 11, 2026
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Referred To Judiciary B
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