From holding police accountable to defending voting rights, 2024 was a busy year! Here's a quick look at how we showed up to defend civil rights in Mississippi this year, and a sneak peek at how we plan to continue the fight in 2025.
In violation of the constitution, it would require an individual to secure a permit to pan handle in public spaces.
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Jan 24, 2025
HB 764
Jan 24, 2025
HB 764
HB 764: Ten Commandments in Public & Charter Schools
Religious Freedom
Position: Oppose
Status: Introduced
In violation of the constitution, it would force school districts to prominently display a copy of the Ten Commandments in every classroom.
The First Amendment guarantees that students and their...
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Jan 24, 2025
HB 562
Jan 24, 2025
HB 562
HB 562: Voting Rights Restore to All
Voting Rights
Position: Support
Status: Introduced
This measure would restore voting rights to certain individuals upon completion of all sentence requirements. We believe in second chances, and we need to ensure that our voting laws support that too....
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Jan 24, 2025
HB 1419
Jan 24, 2025
HB 1419
HB 1419: Polling Places
Voting Rights
Position: Support
Status: Passed committee
In the past, polling locations have been moved weeks, sometimes even days, before an election, leading to voter confusion and angst. This bill would prevent polling places from being closed within 60 days...