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TX HB3215

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Harold Dutton

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Restores voting rights to individuals convicted of felonies who have been released on parole or mandatory supervision, eliminating the requirement that they fully complete their parole period before regaining eligibility to vote

  • Amends the definition of "qualified voter" in the Texas Election Code to allow those who have completed incarceration, community supervision, or probation to vote, as well as those currently on parole or mandatory supervision

  • Makes corresponding changes to voter registration eligibility requirements to align with the expanded voting qualifications for individuals with felony convictions

  • Takes effect immediately if passed with a two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers; otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to qualifications and registration of certain voters on parole or mandatory supervision.

Elections

Last Action

Referred to Elections

3/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Elections3/20/2025

Full Bill Text

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