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TX HB4594

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/12/2025

Primary Sponsor

John Bucy

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows individuals convicted of a felony to vote and register to vote as long as they are not currently incarcerated for that offense

  • Removes current requirement that felony offenders must fully discharge their sentence, including parole, supervision, or probation, before regaining voting rights

  • Eliminates requirement for a pardon or other official release from voting disability to restore voting eligibility

  • Enables people on parole, probation, or community supervision for felony convictions to vote while serving those portions of their sentences

  • Takes effect immediately with two-thirds legislative vote, otherwise September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to qualifications and registration of certain voters convicted of a felony.

Elections

Last Action

Referred to Elections

4/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Elections4/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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