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TX HB892

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/12/2024

Primary Sponsor

Briscoe Cain

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires persons registering to vote in Texas to submit proof of citizenship to the county registrar along with their application

  • Acceptable proof of citizenship documents include: U.S. passport or passport card, certified birth certificate from a U.S. state, territory, or D.C., U.S. citizenship papers, identification from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, or consular report of birth abroad from the State Department

  • Volunteer deputy registrars must verify applicant citizenship using the required proof documents when reviewing registration applications in the applicant's presence

  • Takes effect January 1, 2026, contingent on voter approval of a related constitutional amendment proposed by the 89th Legislature

  • If the constitutional amendment is not approved by voters, this Act has no effect

Legislative Description

Relating to requiring a person to submit proof of citizenship to register to vote.

Elections

Last Action

Referred to Elections

3/6/2025

Committee Referrals

Elections3/6/2025

Full Bill Text

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