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TX SJR9

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

11/12/2024

Primary Sponsor

Judith Zaffirini

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article VI of the Texas Constitution allowing 17-year-olds to vote in primary elections if they will turn 18 by the date of the subsequent general election for state and county officers

  • Requires these voters to meet all other applicable eligibility requirements for voting

  • Authorizes the legislature to implement this provision through general law rather than making it mandatory

  • Submits the proposed constitutional amendment to voters at an election on November 4, 2025

Legislative Description

Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing certain persons under the age of 18 to vote in a primary election.

Elections

Last Action

Referred to State Affairs

2/3/2025

Committee Referrals

State Affairs2/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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