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TX SB2166

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Tan Parker

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands testing requirements for automatic tabulating equipment from central counting stations only to all equipment used in an election, including at polling places

  • Moves the first logic and accuracy test deadline from 48 hours before voting begins to the 48th day before election day, with Secretary of State notification required if the deadline cannot be met

  • Requires hash validation on each ballot marking device, automatic tabulating equipment unit, and tabulation computer to verify source code has not been altered

  • Creates new testing requirements for electronic pollbook systems, including verification of voter database loading, peripheral device functionality, and correct ballot style assignment to voters, conducted no later than 48 hours before voting begins

  • Establishes procedures for unsuccessful tests requiring written explanation, online publication, retention of materials, and public retest; test materials become available for public inspection only after the final election canvass is completed

Legislative Description

Relating to testing of voting tabulation equipment.

Elections

Last Action

Effective on 9/1/25

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Elections4/22/2025
State Affairs3/24/2025

Full Bill Text

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