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 NESHOBA COUNTY FAIR RECAP
There aren’t many things which can top stepping up to the podium at Founders Square during the Neshoba County Fair. Despite having given several speeches there over the last five years, the awe and magic of the moment never fades.
With the 2024 Presidential Election right around the corner, I was proud to talk about the work our team has done to ensure safe and secure elections in Mississippi. From launching My Election Day to track absentee and affidavit ballots to securing legislation for required post-election audits and even banning ballot harvesting, our team has worked tirelessly to give Mississippi voters the confidence that the vote they cast is the vote counted.
While secure voting will always be a priority, campaign finance reform, yet again, will continue to be at the forefront. I told you last year we were working on it. Thankfully, we received funding from the legislature for a new system this session and the RFP will be going out within the next month. However, we need the legislature to pass the other pieces of our solution including mandatory online filing for all candidates and elected officials and enforcement mechanisms for our office---for the record, the Federal Election Commission (FEC) has required online filing since 2001.
I encourage you to reach out to your local elected officials to solicit their help in providing sunlight to the state’s campaign finance process. Mississippians deserve more transparency and accountability of our elected officials!
MORE NEWS
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PRESS RELEASE: 2024 Presidential Election Update
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WLBT: What Mississippi is doing to keep elections secure
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OPINION COLUMN: Tackle the Tape-- Not Just A Talking Point
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REPUBLICAN NATIONAL CONVENTION
I was proud to represent Mississippi in Milwaukee at the 2024 Republican National Convention! I'm grateful for the time spent with my fellow Republicans across our great nation.
In just under three months, Mississippians will be heading to the polls. I encourage you to review our resources on YallVote.ms in preparation for Election Day. Our office is your trusted source for election information!
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NASS SUMMER CONFERENCE
I was honored to be named the 2024-2025 President-elect of the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS) Executive Board!
We had a great time at the NASS Summer Conference in Puerto Rico. I relish any opportunity to visit with these friends across the country. I'm thrilled to continue collaborating with my fellow Secretaries of State to not only better serve Mississippians, but all Americans!
Our team is also gearing up to host the 2025 NASS Summer Conference in Biloxi. We are looking forward to sharing the Mississippi hospitality with our colleagues!
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U.S. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FORUM
A big thanks to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for inviting me to speak at their anti-human trafficking forum, "Bolstering Efforts to Address Human Trafficking!" I was proud to discuss the great work our team is doing to coMBAT trafficking in Mississippi.
I encourage you to visit our MBAT website to learn how you can join the fight to identify and report trafficking in our state. Together, we can help equip each other with tools and resources to protect our families and communities!
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ERGON GROUNDBREAKING
One of the best things I get to do as Secretary of State is help recognize Mississippi's business leaders and their accomplishments. I was grateful to join my friends at Ergon, Inc. to celebrate their newest expansion. Their commitment to employees and to the state of Mississippi is evident!
I look forward to watching Ergon's continued success. Thanks to business leaders like the Lamptons, the future is bright in Mississippi!
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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
James Morrison
James serves as the Help Desk Manager in our Technology Services Division. He has been employed by the Secretary of State's Office since 2022.
James is always willing to help, no matter the assignment. He's quick to solve problems and provide solutions for the technology needs of all divisions.
Not only does he have a tremendous work ethic, but his sharp-wit is always good for a laugh, and he's constantly looking for ways to build comrade as he facilitates our friendly fantasy football leagues and March Madness brackets.
We are thankful for his efforts to each SOS employee and all Mississippians!
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