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TX SB68
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Judith Zaffirini
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AI Summary
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Allows 17-year-olds to register and vote in primary elections if they will turn 18 by the date of the general election for state and county officers
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Requires voters registering under this provision to meet all other voter eligibility requirements (U.S. citizenship, county residency, no disqualifying felony convictions or mental incapacity determinations)
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Authorizes voter registrars to send written notice to these registrants explaining they may only vote in primary and runoff primary elections until turning 18
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Directs the Secretary of State to prescribe implementation procedures after consulting with state chairmen of political parties required to hold primary elections
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Takes effect only if voters approve a related constitutional amendment proposed by the 89th Legislature in 2025; has no effect if the amendment is rejected
Legislative Description
Relating to allowing a person who will be 18 years of age on the date of the general election for state and county officers to vote in the preceding primary elections.
Elections
Last Action
Co-author authorized
3/31/2025