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TX HB3691
Bill
Status
3/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Charlene Ward Johnson
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AI Summary
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Requires the Secretary of State to implement a program allowing persons 65 years of age or older to complete applications for early voting mail ballots online through the official state website and their county's website
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Permits electronic signatures on mail ballot applications for eligible seniors, creating an exception to the current requirement that applications be signed with ink on paper
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Applicants must provide their name and voter registration number or address, driver's license or state ID number, and the last four digits of their Social Security number to use the online system
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The online program must automatically deliver completed applications to the appropriate early voting clerk and allow applicants to check the status of their applications
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to electronic submission of an application for an early voting ballot by mail by certain persons.
Elections
Last Action
Left pending in committee
5/8/2025