Saturday In-Person Absentee Voting Begins; Upcoming Deadlines for the 2026 General Election
JACKSON, Miss. - As a reminder, Mississippians need to be aware of upcoming dates and deadlines for the 2026 General Election on Tuesday, November 3.
Secretary Michael Watson Announces Securities Rule Amendments to Level the Playing Field for Mississippi Advisers
JACKSON, Miss. - Secretary of State Michael Watson announced three amendments to the Mississippi Securities Act Rules that modernize how state-registered investment advisers market their services, register their representatives, and view client accounts.
2026 November General Election Absentee Report (October 19)
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JACKSON, Miss. - As of Monday, October 19, 2026, the Statewide Election Management System (SEMS) reported a total of 37,101 absentee ballots requested, 36,509 absentee ballots sent, and 29,647 absentee ballots received in the state of Mississippi for the 2026 November General Election on Tuesday, November 3.
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2026 November General Election Absentee Report (October 12)
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JACKSON, Miss. - As of Monday, October 12, 2026, the Statewide Election Management System (SEMS) reported a total of 24,004 absentee ballots requested, 23,505 absentee ballots sent, and 17,591 absentee ballots received in the state of Mississippi for the 2026 November General Election on Tuesday, November 3.
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Under the Callais Ruling, Inaction Was Not an Option
After receiving numerous questions regarding the special election for Senate District 34, I would like to provide clarity on the current state of redistricting in Mississippi. What has transpired is really quite simple.
Campaign Finance Deadline - October 9
JACKSON, Miss. - Periodic campaign finance reports for all nonpartisan judicial candidates/committees are due by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 9, 2026.
Candidates may submit reports via:
2026 November General Election Absentee Report (September 28)
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JACKSON, Miss. - As of Monday, September 28, 2026, the Statewide Election Management System (SEMS) reported a total of 8,787 absentee ballots requested, 8,463 absentee ballots sent, and 4,148 absentee ballots received in the state of Mississippi for the 2026 November General Election on Tuesday, November 3.
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BOI Reporting Requirements Eliminated for Domestic Companies
JACKSON, Miss. - The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network of the United States Treasury (FinCEN) issued a final rule, effective August 14, 2026, eliminating Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) for U.S. companies and U.S. persons.
Domestic entities and U.S. beneficial owners are no longer required to file or provide BOI information, update previously submitted information, or take any further action related to BOI reports.
Secretary Michael Watson Announces National Voter Registration Month
JACKSON, Miss. - Secretary of State Michael Watson joins fellow members of the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS) in proclaiming September as National Voter Registration Month. During the month of September, the Secretary of State's Office, government agencies, and organizations across the nation will promote the importance of voting and the significance of keeping your voter registration information up-to-date.
2026 Election Qualifying Deadline
JACKSON, Miss. - The qualifying deadline for candidates for the County and County District Special Elections is Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
Additionally, the qualifying deadline for candidates for County School Board, Municipal Separate School District Trustee, Special Municipal Separate School District Trustee or Consolidated/Consolidated Line School District Trustee is Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
These offices will appear on the November 3rd General Election Ballot.