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HB 3 87-0 (2021) Author: Burrows, Dustin
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the authority of the legislature, governor, and certain political subdivisions with respect to disasters, including pandemic disasters, and emergencies. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Senate appoints conferees-reported
HB 6 87-0 (2021) Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al. Relating to election integrity and security, including by preventing fraud in the conduct of elections in this state; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses. House: Elections Laid on the table subject to call
HB 35 87-0 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al. Relating to an election authorizing the issuance of bonds or an increase in taxes by a political subdivision. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Withdrawn from schedule
HB 49 87-0 (2021) Author: Fierro, Art Relating to allowing straight-party voting. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 70 87-0 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to legislative review and approval of certain state agency rules. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 104 87-0 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 110 87-0 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 117 87-0 (2021) Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" Relating to preferential voting in a primary election. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 120 87-0 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to allowing straight-party voting. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 134 87-0 (2021) Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 142 87-0 (2021) Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 282 87-0 (2021) Author: González, Mary | et. al. Relating to the Independent Citizen Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee
HB 329 87-0 (2021) Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al. Relating to election integrity. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 330 87-0 (2021) Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al. Relating to elections; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties. House: Elections Withdrawn from schedule
HB 335 87-0 (2021) Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al. Relating to the cancellation of a person's voter registration on notice that the person has acknowledged that the person is not a citizen; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 350 87-0 (2021) Author: Israel, Celia | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 479 87-0 (2021) Author: González, Jessica Relating to electronic submission of an application for an early voting ballot by mail. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 519 87-0 (2021) Author: Beckley, Michelle Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place during early voting by personal appearance and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 527 87-0 (2021) Author: Pacheco, Leo Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 680 87-0 (2021) Author: Hernandez, Ana Relating to the secretary of state providing voter registration application forms to high schools. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 704 87-0 (2021) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to registering to vote and voting while in custody at certain county jails and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 712 87-0 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 724 87-0 (2021) Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" Relating to voter registration application forms in high schools. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 740 87-0 (2021) Author: Fierro, Art Relating to preferential voting in runoff elections for certain voters voting by mail. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 782 87-0 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al. Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions. House: Elections Postponed
HB 820 87-0 (2021) Author: White, James Relating to requiring certain business entities to audit the business's supply chain and on-site services for the use of forced labor; providing an administrative penalty. House: Business & Industry Left pending in committee
HB 844 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the method of returning a ballot to be voted by mail. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 845 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the electronic transmission of a ballot to a voter voting early by mail on the ground of absence from the county of residence. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 856 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 857 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John | et. al. Relating to the procedures for voting after changing residence to another county. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 948 87-0 (2021) Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl Relating to the authentication and recording of instruments conveying real property. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry
HB 1026 87-0 (2021) Author: Middleton, Mayes Relating to the duties of the secretary of state relating to voter registration. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1031 87-0 (2021) Author: Howard, Donna | et. al. Relating to voter registration application forms in high schools. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1138 87-0 (2021) Author: Oliverson, Tom Relating to electronic tracking of an application for a ballot voted by mail or of a ballot voted by mail. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1160 87-0 (2021) Author: Murr, Andrew Relating to the replacement of a presidential or vice-presidential candidate in the event of the candidate's withdrawal, death, or ineligibility. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1174 87-0 (2021) Author: Crockett, Jasmine Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1175 87-0 (2021) Author: Crockett, Jasmine Relating to allowing straight-party voting. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1176 87-0 (2021) Author: Crockett, Jasmine 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. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1215 87-0 (2021) Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al. Relating to the Texas Sovereignty Act. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 1244 87-0 (2021) Author: Cole, Sheryl Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1245 87-0 (2021) Author: Cole, Sheryl Relating to the method of returning a ballot to be voted by mail. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1359 87-0 (2021) Author: Biedermann, Kyle | et. al. Relating to proposing a referendum to the people of the State of Texas on the question of whether this state should leave the United States of America and establish an independent republic. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 1366 87-0 (2021) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1382 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the availability of certain information regarding early voting. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1405 87-0 (2021) Author: Larson, Lyle Relating to authorizing a statewide referendum allowing voters to indicate a preference for observing standard time year-round or observing daylight saving time year-round. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 1464 87-0 (2021) Author: Hinojosa, Gina Relating to an early voting ballot voted by mail. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1465 87-0 (2021) Author: Hinojosa, Gina Relating to early voting by certain persons who are caretakers of persons with certain disabilities. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1493 87-0 (2021) Author: Herrero, Abel
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the use of an entity name that falsely implies governmental affiliation. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1520 87-0 (2021) Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to certain extraordinary costs incurred by certain gas utilities relating to Winter Storm Uri and a study of measures to mitigate similar future costs; providing authority to issue bonds and impose fees and assessments. House: Energy Resources
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 1546 87-0 (2021) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1622 87-0 (2021) Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to reporting of early voting rosters. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1630 87-0 (2021) Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" Relating to the methods of voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1671 87-0 (2021) Author: Holland, Justin | et. al. Relating to an exemption from the franchise tax and certain filing fees for certain businesses owned by veterans during an initial period of operation in the state. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1708 87-0 (2021) Author: White, James | et. al. Relating to a voting system that produces a voter-verifiable paper record. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1738 87-0 (2021) Author: Romero, Ramon Relating to registration powers of volunteer deputy registrars. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1749 87-0 (2021) Author: Crockett, Jasmine Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1808 87-0 (2021) Author: González, Jessica Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1812 87-0 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to filing fees for certain candidates for office in primary elections. House: Elections Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1813 87-0 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to the required vote by a presidential elector and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1822 87-0 (2021) Author: Zwiener, Erin Relating to the conduct of early voting by mail. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1848 87-0 (2021) Author: King, Phil Relating to the date of the general primary election to be held in 2022. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1899 87-0 (2021) Author: Beckley, Michelle Relating to the posting of voter information on Internet websites. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1901 87-0 (2021) Author: Beckley, Michelle Relating to renewing the application to receive ballots to be voted by mail for certain elections held during a calendar year. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1945 87-0 (2021) Author: Crockett, Jasmine Relating to voter education for residents of certain long-term care facilities. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1959 87-0 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al. Relating to the maintenance of records and charging of fees by a notary public; increasing the amount of certain fees. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Received from the House
HB 1979 87-0 (2021) Author: Toth, Steve | et. al. Relating to identification of early voting ballots voted by mail by electronic code. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2018 87-0 (2021) Author: Noble, Candy | et. al. Relating to ballot language requirements for a proposition proposing a constitutional amendment. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 2065 87-0 (2021) Author: Dominguez, Alex Relating to the composition of the cybersecurity council. House: State Affairs Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2075 87-0 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to voting system equipment; creating a criminal offense. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2102 87-0 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to the use of an electronic device for accepting voters; authorizing a fee. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2197 87-0 (2021) Author: Hull, Lacey | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the statement of residence required to vote. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 2199 87-0 (2021) Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Sponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the establishment of the digital identity work group. House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 2202 87-0 (2021) Author: González, Mary Relating to high school deputy voter registrars. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2283 87-0 (2021) Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the acceptance of certain gifts and donations for the administration of elections. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2339 87-0 (2021) Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al. Relating to the use of information from the lists of noncitizens and nonresidents excused or disqualified from jury service. House: Elections Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2457 87-0 (2021) Author: Goodwin, Vikki Relating to the use of preferential voting in certain elections. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2460 87-0 (2021) Author: Goodwin, Vikki Relating to the use of preferential voting in certain elections. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2484 87-0 (2021) Author: Herrero, Abel Relating to automatic voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2486 87-0 (2021) Author: Slawson, Shelby Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2501 87-0 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to an option on ballots to choose not to vote in a race. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2546 87-0 (2021) Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al. Relating to the enforcement by the secretary of state of certain voter roll maintenance provisions; creating a criminal offense. House: Elections Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2633 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Ann | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to resources provided to human trafficking victims and the establishment of the trafficked persons grant program. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2672 87-0 (2021) Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al. Relating to public inspection of certain early voting information; creating a criminal offense. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2859 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the secretary of state posting on the secretary of state's Internet website databases containing certain information about elections. House: Elections Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2870 87-0 (2021) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2871 87-0 (2021) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to allowing straight-party voting. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2873 87-0 (2021) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to nonpartisan primary elections; authorizing a fee. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2930 87-0 (2021) Author: Schofield, Mike Relating to the Texas Sovereignty Act. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 3066 87-0 (2021) Author: Shaheen, Matt Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3080 87-0 (2021) Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al. Relating to unsolicited provision of an application form for a ballot to be voted by mail and to procedures for verification of a ballot voted by mail; creating a criminal offense. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3107 87-0 (2021) Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to election practices and procedures. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3152 87-0 (2021) Author: Noble, Candy Relating to candidates who are ineligible for office. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3247 87-0 (2021) Author: Schofield, Mike Relating to the alteration of voting standards, practices, or procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3276 87-0 (2021) Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the security of voted ballots. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 3280 87-0 (2021) Author: Paul, Dennis | et. al. Relating to election integrity; creating a criminal offense. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3281 87-0 (2021) Author: Paul, Dennis | et. al. Relating to practices and procedures for an early voting ballot voted by mail. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3302 87-0 (2021) Author: Landgraf, Brooks Relating to the order of names of certain candidates on a ballot. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 3341 87-0 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to a pilot program for recording activity at a ballot counting station. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3448 87-0 (2021) Author: White, James Relating to prohibiting the secretary of state from waiving or suspending the application of certain election law provisions. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3477 87-0 (2021) Author: Rose, Toni | et. al. Relating to the termination of corporate privileges for certain business entities under enforcement action for a violation of environmental laws. House: Environmental Regulation Record vote
HB 3491 87-0 (2021) Author: Parker, Tan Relating to the security of electronic voting system media. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3523 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to notification by the secretary of state when a person convicted of a felony becomes eligible to vote. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3525 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the verification of an application or ballot voted by mail. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3526 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to electronic voter registration through a voter registration agency. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3527 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the availability of certain voter information. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3544 87-0 (2021) Author: Holland, Justin | et. al. Relating to the use of securitization by electric cooperatives to address certain weather-related extraordinary costs and expenses. House: State Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3574 87-0 (2021) Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" Relating to the administration of county primary funds. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3698 87-0 (2021) Author: Parker, Tan Relating to voting system ballots. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3828 87-0 (2021) Author: Schaefer, Matt Relating to voter qualification and registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3868 87-0 (2021) Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the presidential electors of this state. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 3873 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the use of an accessible absentee mail system by certain voters. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3874 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the transmission of balloting materials to certain disabled voters. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3892 87-0 (2021) Author: Capriglione, Giovanni Relating to matters concerning governmental entities, including cybersecurity, governmental efficiencies, information resources, and emergency planning. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 3942 87-0 (2021) Author: Slaton, Bryan Relating to requiring a voter to be affiliated with a political party to vote in that party's primary election or otherwise participate in that party's affairs; creating a criminal offense. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3952 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Jarvis Relating to requiring property owner's associations and condominium associations to be registered with the secretary of state. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3974 87-0 (2021) Author: Paul, Dennis | et. al. Relating to the residence address of a voter for purposes of a response to a confirmation notice sent by the voter registrar. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4019 87-0 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to accommodating voters with a disability. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 4028 87-0 (2021) Author: Cain, Briscoe Relating to training for county election officers. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4044 87-0 (2021) Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al. Relating to a registrar's failure to cancel voter registrations under applicable law. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4070 87-0 (2021) Author: Minjarez, Ina Relating to requiring female representation on the boards of directors of certain publicly traded corporations; authorizing administrative penalties. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry
HB 4251 87-0 (2021) Author: Toth, Steve Relating to public libraries as voter registration agencies. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4366 87-0 (2021) Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al. Relating to federal election practices and procedures. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 4418 87-0 (2021) Author: González, Jessica Relating to the manner of state financing of primary elections. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 4427 87-0 (2021) Author: González, Jessica Relating to the powers and duties of the committees and officers of certain political parties regarding the conduct of primary elections. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 4459 87-0 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to voting system equipment; creating a criminal offense. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4492 87-0 (2021) Author: Paddie, Chris
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to financing certain costs associated with electric markets; granting authority to issue bonds; authorizing fees. House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 4498 87-0 (2021) Author: Cain, Briscoe Relating to compliance with the National Voter Registration Act. House: Elections Reported favorably as substituted
HB 4507 87-0 (2021) Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al. Relating to federal election practices and procedures. House: State Affairs Placed on General State Calendar
HJR 26 87-0 (2021) Author: Deshotel, Joe Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the operation of casino gaming in certain state coastal areas to provide additional money for residual windstorm insurance coverage and catastrophic flooding assistance in those areas and to authorize the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas to conduct casino gaming by executing a gaming compact with this state; providing for occupational licensing; authorizing fees; limiting certain taxes and fees. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HJR 95 87-0 (2021) Author: White, James Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing an amendment to the constitution to limit the number of terms that a person may be elected to Congress. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HJR 112 87-0 (2021) Author: Morales, Eddie Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas to conduct gaming by executing a gaming agreement with this state; providing for licensing of persons under the agreement; limiting certain taxes and fees. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HJR 126 87-0 (2021) Author: Vasut, Cody Proposing a constitutional amendment to allow the legislature to override a veto of the governor following a legislative session. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee
HJR 127 87-0 (2021) Author: Goodwin, Vikki Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature, Texas congressional districts, and State Board of Education districts and revising procedures for redistricting. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee
HJR 142 87-0 (2021) Author: Slaton, Bryan Proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the secretary of state to be elected by the qualified voters at a general election instead of appointed by the governor. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 7 87-0 (2021) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Sponsor: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
Relating to election integrity and security, including by preventing fraud in the conduct of elections in this state; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Point of order overruled
SB 55 87-0 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith 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. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 155 87-0 (2021) Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the use of information from the lists of noncitizens and nonresidents excused or disqualified from jury service. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Senate adopts conf. comm. report-reported
SB 172 87-0 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 231 87-0 (2021) Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
Sponsor: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
Relating to training for county election officers. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 246 87-0 (2021) Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 254 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to registration powers of volunteer deputy registrars. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 287 87-0 (2021) Author: West, Royce Relating to voter registration application forms in high schools. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 303 87-0 (2021) Author: Eckhardt, Sarah Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 377 87-0 (2021) Author: West, Royce Relating to the method of returning a ballot to be voted by mail. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 378 87-0 (2021) Author: West, Royce Relating to the electronic transmission of a ballot to a voter voting early by mail on the ground of absence from the county of residence. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 379 87-0 (2021) Author: West, Royce Relating to an early voting ballot voted by mail. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 381 87-0 (2021) Author: West, Royce Relating to the procedures for voting after changing residence to another county. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 471 87-0 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to authorizing a statewide referendum allowing voters to indicate a preference for observing standard time year-round or observing daylight saving time year-round. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 537 87-0 (2021) Author: Eckhardt, Sarah Relating to the use of preferential voting in certain elections. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 590 87-0 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the establishment of the Texas Redistricting Commission. Senate: Redistricting, Special Referred to Redistricting, Special
SB 598 87-0 (2021) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Jetton, Jacey | et. al.
Relating to auditable voting systems. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 649 87-0 (2021) Author: West, Royce Relating to automatic voter registration of students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 851 87-0 (2021) Author: Blanco, César
Sponsor: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to the composition of the cybersecurity council. House: State Affairs
Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 889 87-0 (2021) Author: Eckhardt, Sarah Relating to nonpartisan election watchers. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 938 87-0 (2021) Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Sponsor: Holland, Justin
Relating to an exemption from the franchise tax and certain filing fees for certain businesses owned by veterans during an initial period of operation in the state. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
SB 942 87-0 (2021) Author: West, Royce Relating to automatic voter registration of students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1009 87-0 (2021) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to the administration of county primary funds. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1018 87-0 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to an early voting ballot voted by mail. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1077 87-0 (2021) Author: Paxton, Angela Relating to the establishment of the digital identity work group. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1111 87-0 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Sponsor: Paul, Dennis | et. al.
Relating to the residence address of a voter for purposes of a response to a confirmation notice sent by the voter registrar. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1113 87-0 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Sponsor: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to a registrar's failure to approve, change, or cancel voter registrations under applicable law. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1114 87-0 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Sponsor: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to verification of the citizenship status of certain registered voters. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1215 87-0 (2021) Author: Buckingham, Dawn Relating to election practices and procedures; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1235 87-0 (2021) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al. Relating to verification of the accuracy of voter registration applications and voter registration lists. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized
SB 1340 87-0 (2021) Author: Buckingham, Dawn Relating to voter qualification and registration. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1387 87-0 (2021) Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Sponsor: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
Relating to a requirement that a voting system used in an election in this state be manufactured, stored, and held in the United States by a company headquartered in the United States. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1430 87-0 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions and to related procedures and provisions. Senate: State Affairs Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1459 87-0 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating a voter unable to enter a polling place. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1523 87-0 (2021) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Turner, Chris
Relating to registered and protected series of domestic limited liability companies; authorizing fees. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 1535 87-0 (2021) Author: Buckingham, Dawn Relating to the practices and procedures related to early voting by mail, including the participation of watchers; modifying and increasing criminal penalties. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1572 87-0 (2021) Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Sponsor: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the numbering and signing of ballots by early voting clerks and deputy early voting clerks. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1580 87-0 (2021) Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Sponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the use of securitization by electric cooperatives to address certain weather-related extraordinary costs and expenses and to the duty of electric utility market participants to pay certain amounts owed. House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 1589 87-0 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al. Relating to the enforcement of laws relating to elections. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Elections
SB 1607 87-0 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to elections; creating criminal offenses; providing a civil penalty. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1608 87-0 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to elections; creating a criminal offense. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1609 87-0 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to proof of identification presented by a voter. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1610 87-0 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to voter qualification and registration. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1611 87-0 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the right of the public to observe election activity; providing a civil penalty. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1613 87-0 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to early voting ballots voted by mail; creating a criminal offense. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1634 87-0 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to requiring female representation on the boards of directors of certain publicly traded corporations; authorizing administrative penalties. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1729 87-0 (2021) Author: Springer, Drew Relating to the role of the secretary of state in elections. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1731 87-0 (2021) Author: Springer, Drew Relating to election integrity; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1757 87-0 (2021) Author: Hancock, Kelly Relating to securitizing costs associated with electric markets; granting authority to issue bonds. Senate: Business & Commerce Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1771 87-0 (2021) Author: Paxton, Angela Relating to the assumption by the office of the secretary of state of the powers and duties relating to driver's licenses, personal identification certificates, and other related programs, powers, and duties and to the provision of some of those services by certain vendors; authorizing a fee. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1822 87-0 (2021) Author: Huffman, Joan Relating to dates of certain elections to be held in 2022. House: Redistricting
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Redistricting
SB 1899 87-0 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to elections. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1901 87-0 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to the authority of the secretary of state to order the performance of certain election functions. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1925 87-0 (2021) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to the publication of the record of voters who voted in an election. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Elections
SB 1950 87-0 (2021) Author: Paxton, Angela Relating to the use of securitization by electric cooperatives to address extraordinary costs and expenses resulting from Winter Storm Uri. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1977 87-0 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to voting while confined in jail. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 2227 87-0 (2021) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to securitizing costs associated with electric markets; granting authority to issue bonds. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee
SB 2232 87-0 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Sponsor: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to a study on the effect of a change to the period for voting. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 2256 87-0 (2021) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to federal election practices and procedures. Received by the Secretary of the Senate
SJR 41 87-0 (2021) Author: Gutierrez, Roland Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas to conduct gaming by executing a gaming agreement with this state; providing for licensing of persons under the agreement; limiting certain taxes and fees. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SJR 43 87-0 (2021) Author: West, Royce | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission and providing redistricting procedures for state legislative, state judicial, and congressional districts. Senate: Redistricting, Special Referred to Redistricting, Special
HB 3 87-1 (2021) Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al. Relating to election integrity and security, including by preventing fraud in the conduct of elections in this state; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 15 87-1 (2021) Author: Hunter, Todd Relating to dates of certain elections to be held in 2022. Filed
HB 39 87-1 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 40 87-1 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 46 87-1 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to automatic voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 49 87-1 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 55 87-1 (2021) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 56 87-1 (2021) Author: Beckley, Michelle Relating to voting system equipment used by counties participating in the countywide polling place program. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 60 87-1 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the secretary of state posting on the secretary of state's Internet website databases containing certain information about elections. Filed
HB 61 87-1 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the procedures for voting after changing residence to another county. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 62 87-1 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the method of returning a ballot to be voted by mail. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 64 87-1 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to notifications given to a person convicted of a felony concerning the person's eligibility to vote. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 68 87-1 (2021) Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara Relating to correcting defects in an early voting ballot voted by mail. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 82 87-1 (2021) Author: Murr, Andrew Relating to the presidential electors of this state. Filed
HB 96 87-1 (2021) Author: González, Mary Relating to correcting defects in an early voting ballot voted by mail. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 100 87-1 (2021) Author: Paul, Dennis | et. al. Relating to practices and procedures for an early voting ballot voted by mail. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 123 87-1 (2021) Author: Parker, Tan | et. al. Relating to the security of voted ballots. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 125 87-1 (2021) Author: Parker, Tan Relating to the security of electronic voting system media. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 137 87-1 (2021) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to voter registration application forms in high schools. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 138 87-1 (2021) Author: Dominguez, Alex Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 139 87-1 (2021) Author: Dominguez, Alex Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 151 87-1 (2021) Author: Dominguez, Alex Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 152 87-1 (2021) Author: Dominguez, Alex Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 162 87-1 (2021) Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al. Relating to the use of information from the lists of noncitizens and nonresidents excused or disqualified from jury service. Filed
HB 164 87-1 (2021) Author: Dominguez, Alex Relating to the secretary of state providing voter registration application forms to high schools. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 168 87-1 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to election practices and procedures. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 189 87-1 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to an option on ballots to choose not to vote in a race. Filed
HB 191 87-1 (2021) Author: Crockett, Jasmine Relating to electronic voter registration. Filed
HB 194 87-1 (2021) Author: Crockett, Jasmine 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. Filed
HB 199 87-1 (2021) Author: Crockett, Jasmine Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. Filed
HB 200 87-1 (2021) Author: Crockett, Jasmine Relating to voter education for residents of certain long-term care facilities. Filed
HB 225 87-1 (2021) Author: Jetton, Jacey Relating to the enforcement by the secretary of state of certain voter roll maintenance provisions; providing a civil penalty. Filed
HB 227 87-1 (2021) Author: Toth, Steve Relating to identification of early voting ballots voted by mail by electronic code. Filed
HB 228 87-1 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to a pilot program for recording activity at a ballot counting station. Filed
HB 229 87-1 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to accommodating voters with a disability. Filed
HB 230 87-1 (2021) Author: Johnson, Julie Relating to electronic voter registration. Filed
HB 234 87-1 (2021) Author: Schofield, Mike Relating to separating the conducting of federal elections from state and local elections. Filed
HB 235 87-1 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the electronic transmission of a ballot to a voter voting early by mail on the ground of absence from the county of residence. Filed
HB 237 87-1 (2021) Author: Schofield, Mike Relating to federal election practices and procedures. Filed
HB 269 87-1 (2021) Author: Jetton, Jacey Relating to electronic voter registration. Filed
HB 286 87-1 (2021) Author: Jetton, Jacey Relating to improvements to election integrity, including through a partial count of auditable voting system ballots; creating a criminal offense. Filed
HB 301 87-1 (2021) Author: Noble, Candy Relating to ballots voted by mail. Filed
SB 1 87-1 (2021) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al. Relating to election integrity and security, including by preventing fraud in the conduct of elections in this state; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses; providing civil penalties. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized
SB 23 87-1 (2021) Author: Alvarado, Carol Relating to electronic voter registration and electronic submission of an application for an early voting ballot by mail. Filed
SB 31 87-1 (2021) Author: Perry, Charles | et. al. Relating to the use of certain information regarding voter qualification. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized
SB 34 87-1 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the establishment of the Texas Redistricting Commission. Filed
SB 35 87-1 (2021) Author: West, Royce Relating to automatic voter registration of students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. Filed
SB 36 87-1 (2021) Author: West, Royce Relating to the procedures for voting after changing residence to another county. Filed
SB 38 87-1 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to an early voting ballot voted by mail. Filed
SB 41 87-1 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al. Relating to registration powers of volunteer deputy registrars. Filed
SB 43 87-1 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al. Relating to automatic voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. Filed
SB 45 87-1 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al. Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification. Filed
SB 46 87-1 (2021) Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration and electronic submission of an application for an early voting ballot by mail. Filed
SB 48 87-1 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris | et. al. Relating to voter registration application forms in high schools. Filed
SB 55 87-1 (2021) Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al. Relating to the use of preferential voting in certain elections. Filed
SB 56 87-1 (2021) Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al. Relating to nonpartisan election watchers. Filed
SB 58 87-1 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al. 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. Filed
SB 61 87-1 (2021) Author: West, Royce | et. al. Relating to the Barbara Jordan Fair Elections Act. Filed
SB 63 87-1 (2021) Author: Paxton, Angela Relating to the signing of ballots by deputy early voting clerks. Filed
SB 67 87-1 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul Relating to a training manual for election watchers. Filed
HB 3 87-2 (2021) Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al. Relating to election integrity and security, including by preventing fraud in the conduct of elections in this state; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 5 87-2 (2021) Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to making supplemental appropriations and giving direction regarding appropriations. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
HB 14 87-2 (2021) Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al. Relating to the use of information from the lists of noncitizens and nonresidents excused or disqualified from jury service. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 15 87-2 (2021) Author: Hunter, Todd Relating to dates of certain elections to be held in 2022. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 19 87-2 (2021) Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al. Relating to the practices and procedures of federal elections. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 36 87-2 (2021) Author: Noble, Candy Relating to ballots voted by mail. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 37 87-2 (2021) Author: Toth, Steve | et. al. Relating to identification of early voting ballots voted by mail by electronic code. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 45 87-2 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 46 87-2 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 48 87-2 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to allowing straight-party voting. Filed
HB 49 87-2 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to automatic voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 50 87-2 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 76 87-2 (2021) Author: Paul, Dennis | et. al. Relating to practices and procedures for an early voting ballot voted by mail. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 80 87-2 (2021) Author: Murr, Andrew Relating to the presidential electors of this state. Filed
HB 95 87-2 (2021) Author: Jetton, Jacey Relating to improvements to election integrity, including through a partial count of auditable voting system ballots; creating a criminal offense. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 98 87-2 (2021) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 132 87-2 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to an option on ballots to choose not to vote in a race. Filed
HB 136 87-2 (2021) Author: Parker, Tan Relating to the security of voted ballots. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 137 87-2 (2021) Author: Parker, Tan Relating to the security of electronic voting system media. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 183 87-2 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to a pilot program for recording activity at a ballot counting station. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 186 87-2 (2021) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to voter registration application forms in high schools. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 188 87-2 (2021) Author: Jetton, Jacey Relating to the enforcement by the secretary of state of certain voter roll maintenance provisions; providing a civil penalty. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 211 87-2 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions and to related procedures and provisions. Filed
HB 212 87-2 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 216 87-2 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the procedures for voting after changing residence to another county. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 217 87-2 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the secretary of state posting on the secretary of state's Internet website databases containing certain information about elections. Filed
HB 218 87-2 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to notifications given to a person convicted of a felony concerning the person's eligibility to vote. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 219 87-2 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 220 87-2 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the electronic transmission of a ballot to a voter voting early by mail on the ground of absence from the county of residence. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 221 87-2 (2021) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to accommodating voters with a disability. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select Referred to Constitutional Rights & Remedies
HB 241 87-2 (2021) Author: Klick, Stephanie Relating to a voting system requirement that a person voting by personal appearance confirm the voter's eligibility to vote before accessing a ballot. Filed
HB 244 87-2 (2021) Author: Toth, Steve Relating to processes to address election irregularities; providing a civil penalty. Filed
SB 1 87-2 (2021) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Sponsor: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to election integrity and security, including by preventing fraud in the conduct of elections in this state; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 13 87-2 (2021) Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Sponsor: Hunter, Todd
Relating to dates of certain elections to be held in 2022. House: Constitutional Rights & Remedies, Select
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 26 87-2 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to a study on the effect of a change to the period for voting. Filed
SB 27 87-2 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the tabulation and reporting of votes, including certain technological requirements for ballots. Filed
SB 38 87-2 (2021) Author: Perry, Charles Relating to the use of certain information regarding voter qualification. Filed
SB 41 87-2 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to an early voting ballot voted by mail. Filed
SB 42 87-2 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith 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. Filed
SB 45 87-2 (2021) Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration and electronic submission of an application for an early voting ballot by mail. Filed
SB 47 87-2 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris | et. al. Relating to voter registration application forms in high schools. Filed
SB 54 87-2 (2021) Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al. Relating to the use of preferential voting in certain elections. Filed
SB 57 87-2 (2021) Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al. Relating to nonpartisan election watchers. Filed
SB 60 87-2 (2021) Author: Blanco, César | et. al. Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. Filed
SB 64 87-2 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al. Relating to registration powers of volunteer deputy registrars. Filed
SB 65 87-2 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al. Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter. Filed
SB 66 87-2 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al. Relating to automatic voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. Filed
SB 67 87-2 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al. Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification. Filed
SB 71 87-2 (2021) Author: West, Royce | et. al. Relating to the conduct of elections in this state. Filed
SB 73 87-2 (2021) Author: West, Royce | et. al. Relating to the procedures for voting after changing residence to another county. Filed
SB 74 87-2 (2021) Author: West, Royce | et. al. Relating to automatic voter registration of students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. Filed
SB 82 87-2 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the practices and procedures of federal elections. Filed
SB 88 87-2 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to a forensic audit of 2020 election results in certain counties. Filed
SB 97 87-2 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al. Relating to processes to address election irregularities; providing a civil penalty. Senate: State Affairs Received from the Senate
HB 13 87-3 (2021) Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al. Relating to the practices and procedures of federal elections. Filed
HB 16 87-3 (2021) Author: Toth, Steve | et. al. Relating to processes to address election irregularities; providing a civil penalty. Filed
HB 17 87-3 (2021) Author: Toth, Steve | et. al. Relating to a forensic audit of 2020 election results in certain counties. Filed
HB 41 87-3 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. Filed
HB 42 87-3 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to electronic voter registration. Filed
HB 43 87-3 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification. Filed
HB 45 87-3 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to automatic voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. Filed
HB 123 87-3 (2021) Author: Larson, Lyle Relating to observing standard time year-round or observing daylight saving time year-round based on the results of a statewide referendum. Filed
SB 19 87-3 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to a study on the effect of a change to the period for voting. Filed
SB 20 87-3 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob | et. al. Relating to a forensic audit of 2020 election results in certain counties. Co-author authorized
SB 21 87-3 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the practices and procedures of federal elections. Filed
SB 47 87-3 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al. Relating to processes to address election irregularities; providing a civil penalty. Senate: State Affairs Received from the Senate
SJR 12 87-3 (2021) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting. Filed
HB 77 86-0 (2019) Author: Romero, Ramon Relating to registration powers of volunteer deputy registrars. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 79 86-0 (2019) Author: Johnson, Eric Relating to voter registration procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 192 86-0 (2019) Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 255 86-0 (2019) Author: Blanco, César | et. al. Relating to efforts to encourage full participation in the 2020 federal decennial census by the residents of this state, including the establishment of the Complete Count Commission. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 325 86-0 (2019) Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 326 86-0 (2019) Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" Relating to a strategic plan by the secretary of state to increase voter turnout. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 329 86-0 (2019) Author: Nevárez, Poncho Relating to concurrent state and federal jurisdiction over units of the national park system in this state. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Received from the House
HB 358 86-0 (2019) Author: Lang, Mike Relating to holding elections on uniform election dates. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 361 86-0 (2019) Author: Israel, Celia | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 362 86-0 (2019) Author: Israel, Celia | et. al. Relating to the creation of a fund to assist local governments with the acquisition of voting system equipment. House: Elections Received from the House
HB 377 86-0 (2019) Author: Lang, Mike | et. al. Relating to requiring a voter to be affiliated with a political party to vote in that party's primary election or otherwise participate in that party's affairs; creating a criminal offense. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 378 86-0 (2019) Author: Lang, Mike | et. al. Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 424 86-0 (2019) Author: Murphy, Jim Relating to the residence address of a person for purposes of a response to a confirmation notice sent by the voter registrar. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 430 86-0 (2019) Author: Shaheen, Matt Relating to certain information included with ballot propositions for elections to authorize state and local general obligation bonds. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 438 86-0 (2019) Author: Shaheen, Matt Relating to the use of a mechanical or electronic device by a person occupying a voting station. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 508 86-0 (2019) Author: Thierry, Shawn Relating to automatic voter registration of students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 512 86-0 (2019) Author: Howard, Donna | et. al. 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. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 526 86-0 (2019) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 552 86-0 (2019) Author: Canales, Terry Relating to voter registration application forms in high schools. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 589 86-0 (2019) Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al. Relating to mechanic's, contractor's, or materialman's liens; authorizing a fee; changing the eligibility for community supervision. House: Business & Industry Left pending in committee
HB 656 86-0 (2019) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al. Relating to registering to vote and voting while in custody at certain county jails and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 657 86-0 (2019) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 704 86-0 (2019) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al. Relating to renewing the application to receive ballots to be voted by mail for certain elections held during a calendar year. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 725 86-0 (2019) Author: Larson, Lyle Relating to the date of the primary election and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 740 86-0 (2019) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to straight-party voting. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 824 86-0 (2019) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 835 86-0 (2019) Author: Hernandez, Ana Relating to the secretary of state providing voter registration application forms to high schools. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 890 86-0 (2019) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to the authority to conduct a runoff primary election by mail in certain counties. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 898 86-0 (2019) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to requiring the secretary of state to maintain certain information regarding provisional voting. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 933 86-0 (2019) Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to posting of election information on the secretary of state's and each county's Internet website. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1104 86-0 (2019) Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1138 86-0 (2019) Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al. Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1200 86-0 (2019) Author: Beckley, Michelle | et. al. Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place during early voting by personal appearance and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1204 86-0 (2019) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to nonpartisan primary elections; authorizing a fee. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1205 86-0 (2019) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to the creation of a fund to assist local governments with the acquisition of voting system equipment. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1220 86-0 (2019) Author: Clardy, Travis Relating to the use of paper ballots in countywide polling places. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1238 86-0 (2019) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the secretary of state posting on the secretary of state's Internet website a database containing information about each holder of and candidate for all elected offices in the state. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1322 86-0 (2019) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the facilitation of voting by persons confined in certain jails. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1347 86-0 (2019) Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al. Relating to the Texas Sovereignty Act. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 1421 86-0 (2019) Author: Israel, Celia | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to cybersecurity of voter registration lists and other election-related documents, systems, and technology. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1427 86-0 (2019) Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" Relating to voter registration application forms in high schools. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1447 86-0 (2019) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to election information provided to voters through a mobile application for wireless communication devices. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1460 86-0 (2019) Author: González, Jessica Relating to an election officer providing and receiving an application for annual mail ballots at a polling place. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1600 86-0 (2019) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to procedures for submitting a ballot to be voted by mail; creating an exception to the application of a criminal offense. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1850 86-0 (2019) Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Sponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to the availability of certain voter information. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2010 86-0 (2019) Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al. Relating to preferential voting in a primary election. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2045 86-0 (2019) Author: Thompson, Ed | et. al. Relating to early voting by certain persons who have an employment hardship. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2132 86-0 (2019) Author: Klick, Stephanie Relating to the requirement that the comptroller of public accounts receive copies of orders adopted in connection with the administration of elections. House: Elections Considered in Calendars
HB 2297 86-0 (2019) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2411 86-0 (2019) Author: Hinojosa, Gina Relating to an early voting ballot voted by mail. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2412 86-0 (2019) Author: Hinojosa, Gina Relating to early voting by certain persons who are caretakers of persons with certain disabilities. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2504 86-0 (2019) Author: Springer, Drew
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to candidates nominated by convention. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2550 86-0 (2019) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the electronic transmission of a ballot to a voter voting early by mail on the ground of absence from the county of residence. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2552 86-0 (2019) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the secretary of state posting on the secretary of state's Internet website a database of certain election information collected from authorities responsible for giving notice of an election. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2562 86-0 (2019) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to procedures relating to the acceptance or rejection of a ballot voted by mail. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2599 86-0 (2019) Author: Vo, Hubert Relating to the manner of reporting and maintaining certain information relating to election returns. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2628 86-0 (2019) Author: Vo, Hubert
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the manner of reporting and maintaining certain information relating to candidates and election returns. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2640 86-0 (2019) Author: Cortez, Philip
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to political parties. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2713 86-0 (2019) Author: Burrows, Dustin Relating to eliminating the fee for electronic access to certain information maintained by the secretary of state. House: State Affairs No action taken in committee
HB 2728 86-0 (2019) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to automatic voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2898 86-0 (2019) Author: Fierro, Art Relating to voting outside of the polling place. House: Elections Received from the House
HB 3258 86-0 (2019) Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al. Relating to an authorization to increase the sales and use tax collected in an advanced transportation district of a metropolitan rapid transit authority. House: Ways & Means Postponed
HB 3330 86-0 (2019) Author: Gutierrez, Roland Relating to the participation of certain large counties in the countywide polling place program. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 3350 86-0 (2019) Author: Bucy III, John Relating to the reporting of voting history. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3421 86-0 (2019) Author: González, Mary | et. al. Relating to the Independent Citizen Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Left pending in committee
HB 3514 86-0 (2019) Author: Fierro, Art Relating to the use of preferential voting in certain elections. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3578 86-0 (2019) Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al. Relating to the cancellation of the voter registration of a person finally convicted of a felony. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3606 86-0 (2019) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to ratification of defective corporate acts of nonprofit corporations; authorizing a fee. House: Business & Industry Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3661 86-0 (2019) Author: Turner, Chris Relating to a study on the implementation of photo voter identification requirements. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3667 86-0 (2019) Author: Toth, Steve Relating to holding elections on uniform election dates. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 3684 86-0 (2019) Author: Middleton, Mayes Relating to measures to prevent noncitizen voter registration and voting. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3686 86-0 (2019) Author: Middleton, Mayes Relating to the duties of the secretary of state relating to voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3723 86-0 (2019) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to an election authorizing the issuance of bonds or an increase in taxes by a political subdivision. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 3986 86-0 (2019) Author: Lang, Mike Relating to election integrity; creating criminal offenses; imposing a civil penalty. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 4128 86-0 (2019) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to the required vote by a presidential elector and related procedures. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4130 86-0 (2019) Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to use of an electronic device for accepting voters; authorizing a fee. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 4181 86-0 (2019) Author: Geren, Charlie
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the organization and efficient operation of the legislative branch of state government. House: House Administration
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 4331 86-0 (2019) Author: Schaefer, Matt Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 4384 86-0 (2019) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to procedures for submitting a ballot to be voted by mail; creating an exception to the application of a criminal offense. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 4402 86-0 (2019) Author: Cain, Briscoe Relating to the cancellation of a person's voter registration on notice that the person has acknowledged that the person is not a citizen; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 4403 86-0 (2019) Author: Cain, Briscoe Relating to election integrity. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 4406 86-0 (2019) Author: Cain, Briscoe Relating to elections; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 4439 86-0 (2019) Author: Cain, Briscoe Relating to the qualification of certain candidates for placement on the ballot. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 4519 86-0 (2019) Author: King, Ken Relating to the development of a central filing system by the secretary of state for the filing of financing statements for certain security interests; authorizing fees; providing civil penalties. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Left pending in committee
HB 4537 86-0 (2019) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 4538 86-0 (2019) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 4539 86-0 (2019) Author: Klick, Stephanie Relating to elections. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 4540 86-0 (2019) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to verification of the citizenship status of certain registered voters. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 4756 86-0 (2019) Author: Lopez, Ray Relating to authorizing the increase or decrease of the rates of the gasoline and diesel fuel taxes based on the cost of certain highway projects. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee
HJR 68 86-0 (2019) Author: Nevárez, Poncho Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas to conduct gaming by executing a gaming agreement with this state; providing for licensing of persons under the agreement; limiting certain taxes and fees. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HJR 73 86-0 (2019) Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" Proposing a constitutional amendment to reserve to the people the powers of initiative and referendum; authorizing new fees. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 9 86-0 (2019) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to election integrity; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses; creating civil penalties. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 55 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith 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. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 102 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to providing for voter registration at a polling place. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 104 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 164 86-0 (2019) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 165 86-0 (2019) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place during early voting by personal appearance and related procedures. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 178 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to electronic voter registration. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 205 86-0 (2019) Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the use of information from the lists of noncitizens and nonresidents excused or disqualified from jury service. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 276 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 359 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to straight-party voting. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 462 86-0 (2019) Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al. Relating to ballot propositions authorizing certain political subdivisions to issue debt obligations. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Senate: Property Tax
Left pending in committee
SB 482 86-0 (2019) Author: Fallon, Pat Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 545 86-0 (2019) Author: Watson, Kirk
Sponsor: Button, Angie
Relating to the evaluation of applications for certain financial assistance administered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 734 86-0 (2019) Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 757 86-0 (2019) Author: Alvarado, Carol Relating to electronic voter registration. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 893 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José
Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the requirement that the comptroller of public accounts receive copies of orders adopted in connection with the administration of elections. House: Elections
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 902 86-0 (2019) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Sponsor: Krause, Matt
Relating to public availability of election records; authorizing a fee. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 903 86-0 (2019) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al. Relating to the integrity of elections in this state; imposing a civil penalty; increasing a criminal penalty. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Elections
SB 960 86-0 (2019) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al. Relating to the cancellation of a person's voter registration on notice that the person has acknowledged that the person is not a citizen; providing a civil penalty; creating a criminal offense. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized
SB 1190 86-0 (2019) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al. Relating to the residence address of a voter for purposes of a response to a confirmation notice sent by the voter registrar. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Elections
SB 1194 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to registration powers of volunteer deputy registrars. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1197 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to requiring female representation on the boards of directors of certain publicly traded corporations; authorizing administrative penalties. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1202 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to voting while confined in jail. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1225 86-0 (2019) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al. Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions. House: Elections
Senate: Property Tax
Referred to Elections
SB 1228 86-0 (2019) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al. Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized
SB 1254 86-0 (2019) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al. Relating to verification of the citizenship status of certain registered voters. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized
SB 1410 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to election integrity; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties; imposing a civil penalty; imposing a fee. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1475 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to an authorization to increase the sales and use tax collected in an advanced transportation district of a metropolitan rapid transit authority. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance
SB 1537 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the Texas Redistricting Commission. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1566 86-0 (2019) Author: Fallon, Pat Relating to the elections for which countywide polling places may be used. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1602 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to election integrity; creating criminal offenses; imposing a civil penalty. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1603 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to election integrity; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties; imposing a civil penalty. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1605 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to election integrity; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties; imposing a civil penalty. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1611 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to a voter registrar's compliance with certain laws and secretary of state rules; creating a criminal offense. Senate: State Affairs Left pending in committee
SB 1926 86-0 (2019) Author: Fallon, Pat Relating to the procedures for accepting certain voters without photo identification; providing for additional elements and prosecutorial authority to related offenses. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1929 86-0 (2019) Author: Fallon, Pat Relating to the duties of the secretary of state relating to voter registration. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1934 86-0 (2019) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to efforts to encourage full participation in the 2020 federal decennial census by the residents of this state, including the establishment of the Complete Count Commission. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1969 86-0 (2019) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to ratification of defective corporate acts of nonprofit corporations; authorizing a fee. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 2019 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to requiring female representation on the governing authorities of certain business entities; authorizing an administrative penalty. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2033 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the development of a central filing system by the secretary of state for the filing of financing statements for certain security interests; authorizing fees; providing civil penalties. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2037 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob
Sponsor: King, Ken
Relating to a study regarding the feasibility of implementing a central filing system for the filing of financing statements for security interests in farm products. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Senate: Agriculture
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 2280 86-0 (2019) Author: West, Royce Relating to automatic voter registration of students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 2353 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob | et. al. Relating to the creation of a fund to assist local governments with the acquisition of voting system equipment. Senate: State Affairs Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 2368 86-0 (2019) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to election practices and procedures. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SJR 56 86-0 (2019) Author: West, Royce | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission and providing redistricting procedures for state legislative, state judicial, and congressional districts. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 25 85-0 (2017) Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the elimination of straight-party voting. House: Elections
Senate: Business & Commerce
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HB 29 85-0 (2017) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to prostitution and the trafficking of persons, civil racketeering related to trafficking, the prevention, investigation, and prosecution of and punishment for certain sexual offenses and offenses involving or related to trafficking, reimbursement of certain costs for criminal victims who are children, and the release and reporting of certain information relating to a child; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses. House: State Affairs
Senate: Criminal Justice
See remarks for effective date
HB 48 85-0 (2017) Author: Romero, Ramon Relating to the electronic completion of an application for a ballot to be voted by mail. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 80 85-0 (2017) Author: Alvarado, Carol Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 85 85-0 (2017) Author: Keough, Mark | et. al. Relating to the selection of the chief appraiser of an appraisal district; authorizing a fee. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HB 143 85-0 (2017) Author: Israel, Celia | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 159 85-0 (2017) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 199 85-0 (2017) Author: Bernal, Diego Relating to participation in the countywide polling place program. House: Elections Considered in Calendars
HB 204 85-0 (2017) Author: Bell, Cecil Relating to placing the name of a deceased or ineligible candidate for public office on the ballot. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 209 85-0 (2017) Author: Canales, Terry Relating to voter registration application forms in high schools. House: Public Education Placed on General State Calendar
HB 266 85-0 (2017) Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al. Relating to a voter education program for high school seniors. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 273 85-0 (2017) Author: Gonzales, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the content of local and state propositions on the ballot. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Senate Amendments Analysis distributed
HB 332 85-0 (2017) Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the use of school district buildings as polling place locations. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 365 85-0 (2017) Author: Springer, Drew Relating to a study of the uniform election date. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 368 85-0 (2017) Author: Howard, Donna | et. al. 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. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 384 85-0 (2017) Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al. Relating to documentation of proof of identification for voting. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 389 85-0 (2017) Author: Murphy, Jim Relating to the residence address of a person for purposes of a response to a confirmation notice sent by the voter registrar. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 433 85-0 (2017) Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al. Relating to the elimination of straight-party voting. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 462 85-0 (2017) Author: Dale, Tony
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the provision of notice of proposed rules by state agencies. House: Government Transparency & Operation
Senate: Business & Commerce
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 469 85-0 (2017) Author: Johnson, Eric Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 558 85-0 (2017) Author: Gutierrez, Roland Relating to the participation of certain large counties in the countywide polling place program. House: Elections No action taken in committee
HB 566 85-0 (2017) Author: Keough, Mark Relating to the selection and administration of an appraisal review board; authorizing a fee. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HB 658 85-0 (2017) Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to voting by voters with certain disabilities or voters who reside at a residential care facility. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 738 85-0 (2017) Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al. Relating to certain information included with ballot propositions for elections to authorize state and local general obligation bonds. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 739 85-0 (2017) Author: Shaheen, Matt Relating to ballot propositions authorizing certain political subdivisions to issue bonds. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 905 85-0 (2017) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to the procedures for registering to vote. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 907 85-0 (2017) Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al. Relating to the content and process for certain petitions. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 910 85-0 (2017) Author: Romero, Ramon Relating to registration powers of volunteer deputy registrars. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 929 85-0 (2017) Author: Miller, Rick
Sponsor: Taylor, Van
Relating to the time for returning ballots mailed by certain federal postcard applicants. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 955 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodriguez, Justin Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 956 85-0 (2017) Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 962 85-0 (2017) Author: Arévalo, Diana Relating to a study on the feasibility of electronic voter registration and applications for a ballot to be voted by mail for overseas military personnel. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1006 85-0 (2017) Author: Alonzo, Roberto Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1032 85-0 (2017) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the adoption of the Uniform Electronic Legal Material Act. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1061 85-0 (2017) Author: Rinaldi, Matt | et. al. Relating to requiring a voter to be affiliated with a political party to vote in that party's primary election or otherwise participate in that party's affairs; creating a criminal offense; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1072 85-0 (2017) Author: Lang, Mike | et. al. Relating to requiring a voter to be affiliated with a political party to vote in that party's primary election or otherwise participate in that party's affairs; creating a criminal offense; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1077 85-0 (2017) Author: Cyrier, John Relating to the eligibility of certain citizens residing outside the United States to vote a full ballot. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1079 85-0 (2017) Author: Schofield, Mike | et. al. Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1103 85-0 (2017) Author: Hernandez, Ana
Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to excluding a person on the suspense list from jury duty. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1129 85-0 (2017) Author: Turner, Chris Relating to the restriction on participating in the primary election of more than one political party. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1130 85-0 (2017) Author: Turner, Chris Relating to a study on the implementation of photo voter identification requirements. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1217 85-0 (2017) Author: Parker, Tan
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to appointment of and performance of notarial acts by an online notary public and online acknowledgment and proof of written instruments; authorizing a fee and creating a criminal offense. House: Investments & Financial Services
Senate: State Affairs
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HB 1262 85-0 (2017) Author: Villalba, Jason Relating to the use of a school as a polling place. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1347 85-0 (2017) Author: Fallon, Pat Relating to requiring a voter to be affiliated with a political party to vote in that party's primary election or otherwise participate in that party's affairs; creating a criminal offense; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1353 85-0 (2017) Author: Shaheen, Matt Relating to requiring a voter to be affiliated with a political party to vote in that party's primary election or otherwise participate in that party's affairs; creating a criminal offense; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1360 85-0 (2017) Author: Shaheen, Matt Relating to the use of a mechanical or electronic device by a person occupying a voting station. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1414 85-0 (2017) Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al. Relating to voting procedures for certain federal postcard applicants and military personnel serving overseas. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1418 85-0 (2017) Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al. Relating to the regulation of fantasy games; authorizing a civil penalty; requiring the registration of fantasy game operators; requiring a fee. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 1422 85-0 (2017) Author: Raymond, Richard Peña Relating to the regulation of fantasy games; authorizing a civil penalty; requiring a fee. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 1452 85-0 (2017) Author: Blanco, César | et. al. Relating to a study regarding cyber attacks on election infrastructure. House: Government Transparency & Operation Considered in Calendars
HB 1639 85-0 (2017) Author: Vo, Hubert | et. al. Relating to providing a voter in a party primary notice of party conventions. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1706 85-0 (2017) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to the required vote by a presidential elector and related procedures. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1707 85-0 (2017) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to political party signs for a primary election. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1735 85-0 (2017) Author: Faircloth, Wayne | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to election officers and practices; increasing a criminal penalty; creating a criminal offense. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1773 85-0 (2017) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to an election authorizing the issuance of bonds or an increase in taxes by a political subdivision. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1807 85-0 (2017) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to requiring the secretary of state to maintain certain information regarding provisional voting. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1897 85-0 (2017) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to registering to vote and voting while in custody at certain county jails and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1953 85-0 (2017) Author: Schofield, Mike Relating to the canvass of election returns for the offices of governor and lieutenant governor. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 1955 85-0 (2017) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1996 85-0 (2017) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to nonpartisan primary elections; authorizing a fee. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2000 85-0 (2017) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to the creation of a fund to assist local governments with the acquisition of voting system equipment. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 2017 85-0 (2017) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to legislative review and approval of certain state agency rules. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 2254 85-0 (2017) Author: Gutierrez, Roland Relating to the secretary of state adopting a fee schedule for notary public services. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 2338 85-0 (2017) Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al. Relating to the Texas Sovereignty Act. House: State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2411 85-0 (2017) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to the secretary of state posting on the secretary of state's Internet website a database containing information about each holder of and candidate for all elected offices in the state. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2481 85-0 (2017) Author: King, Phil | et. al. Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification; providing a criminal penalty. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 2674 85-0 (2017) Author: Uresti, Tomas Relating to reporting requirements for certain nonprofit corporations regarding employee and officer salaries. House: Business & Industry Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2691 85-0 (2017) Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to certain election practices and procedures. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Senate appoints conferees-reported
HB 2701 85-0 (2017) Author: Hinojosa, Gina Relating to early voting by certain persons who are caretakers of persons with certain disabilities. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 2722 85-0 (2017) Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al. Relating to early voting by certain persons who have an employment hardship. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2815 85-0 (2017) Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al. Relating to early in-person voting by voters who reside at a residential care facility. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2826 85-0 (2017) Author: Oliveira, René Relating to partnerships, limited liability companies, and other domestic and foreign entities and to series of limited liability companies and foreign entities. House: Business & Industry Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2834 85-0 (2017) Author: Blanco, César Relating to posting the location of a polling place used in an election on the secretary of state's website. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 2856 85-0 (2017) Author: Villalba, Jason
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to names of domestic and foreign filing entities for transacting business in this state. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 2926 85-0 (2017) Author: Roberts, Kevin | et. al. Relating to legislative review and approval of state agency rules. House: State Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2983 85-0 (2017) Author: Klick, Stephanie Relating to the requirements for a person to vote in the precinct of the person's former residence. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3065 85-0 (2017) Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al. Relating to mechanic's, contractor's, or materialman's liens; authorizing a fee; changing the eligibility for community supervision. House: Business & Industry Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3068 85-0 (2017) Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al. Relating to the qualification of certain candidates for placement on the ballot. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 3118 85-0 (2017) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3285 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodriguez, Justin Relating to expenditures by the secretary of state on general election voter education programs. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 3322 85-0 (2017) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to the use of certain words to imply that a person who is not an attorney is authorized to practice immigration law and the prosecution of a cause of action arising from that practice and educational requirements for a notary public appointment; authorizing a fee; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense. House: State Affairs Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3327 85-0 (2017) Author: Thierry, Shawn Relating to automatic voter registration of students enrolled in public institutions of higher education. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3332 85-0 (2017) Author: Kuempel, John | et. al. Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions. House: Elections Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3382 85-0 (2017) Author: Schofield, Mike Relating to requiring a voter to be affiliated with a political party to vote in that party's primary election or otherwise participate in that party's affairs; creating a criminal offense; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3422 85-0 (2017) Author: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al. Relating to participation by the State of Texas in the interstate voter registration crosscheck program. House: Elections Postponed
HB 3474 85-0 (2017) Author: Fallon, Pat Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 3490 85-0 (2017) Author: Anderson, Rodney Relating to maintenance of the statewide voter registration list. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3530 85-0 (2017) Author: Vo, Hubert Relating to action by the state chair of a political party in the conduct of a primary election. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3662 85-0 (2017) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to the acceptance of a voter; creating an offense. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3667 85-0 (2017) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to the maintenance of the statewide voter registration list. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 3776 85-0 (2017) Author: Schofield, Mike Relating to automatic cancellation of a voter's registration upon felony conviction. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3840 85-0 (2017) Author: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al. Relating to the conduct of primary elections; increasing a criminal penalty. House: Elections Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3892 85-0 (2017) Author: Klick, Stephanie Relating to voter registration and voter registration information. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3943 85-0 (2017) Author: Turner, Chris Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3969 85-0 (2017) Author: King, Ken Relating to a study regarding the feasibility of implementing a central filing system for the filing of financing statements for agricultural liens. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 4000 85-0 (2017) Author: Simmons, Ron Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 4009 85-0 (2017) Author: Thierry, Shawn Relating to the creation of the Texas Slavery and Segregation Commission. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 4034 85-0 (2017) Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to certain voter registration information. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 4131 85-0 (2017) Author: Fallon, Pat Relating to assisting voters and other voting processes and procedures; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties. House: Elections Placed on General State Calendar
HB 4155 85-0 (2017) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the regulation of athlete agents. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HJR 39 85-0 (2017) Author: Miller, Rick | et. al. Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing one or more amendments to the constitution to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, to limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and to limit the terms of office of federal officials and members of Congress. House: State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select Left pending in committee
HJR 44 85-0 (2017) Author: Workman, Paul | et. al. Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing an amendment to the constitution to provide for a federal balanced budget. House: State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select Committee report sent to Calendars
HJR 59 85-0 (2017) Author: Nevárez, Poncho Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas to conduct gaming by executing a gaming agreement with this state; providing for licensing of persons under the agreement; limiting certain taxes and fees. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HJR 77 85-0 (2017) Author: Klick, Stephanie Rescinding the 1899 application of the 26th Texas Legislature to the United States Congress to call an unrestricted national convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for proposing undisclosed amendments to that Constitution. House: State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select Referred to State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select
HJR 78 85-0 (2017) Author: Klick, Stephanie Rescinding the 1901 and 1911 applications to the United States Congress to call a national convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the direct election of U.S. Senators. House: State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select Referred to State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select
HJR 80 85-0 (2017) Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al. Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing an amendment to the constitution to limit the terms of office of members of Congress. House: State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select Referred to State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select
HJR 104 85-0 (2017) Author: Shaheen, Matt Urging the Congress of the United States to propose for ratification an amendment to the United States Constitution which would prohibit, with one exception, the practice of abortion within the United States or in any place subject to their jurisdiction or, in the alternative, applying to Congress to call a convention, pursuant to Article V of that Constitution, for the specific and limited purpose of proposing such an amendment to that Constitution for ratification. House: State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select Referred to State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select
HJR 118 85-0 (2017) Author: Neave, Victoria Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas Redistricting Commission to redistrict the Texas Legislature and Texas congressional districts and revising procedures for redistricting. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting
SB 5 85-0 (2017) Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Sponsor: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification; providing a criminal penalty and increasing a criminal penalty. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 1/1/18
SB 136 85-0 (2017) Author: Taylor, Van | et. al. Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized
SB 145 85-0 (2017) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to a voter education program for high school seniors. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 146 85-0 (2017) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to automatic update of voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 147 85-0 (2017) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to automatic voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 167 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place during early voting by personal appearance and related procedures. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 185 85-0 (2017) Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized
SB 201 85-0 (2017) Author: Campbell, Donna Relating to ballot propositions authorizing certain political subdivisions to issue debt obligations. Senate: Intergovernmental Relations Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 230 85-0 (2017) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to participation in the countywide polling place program. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 232 85-0 (2017) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to providing for voter registration at a polling place. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 245 85-0 (2017) Author: Burton, Konni Relating to voter information provided by political subdivisions before an election to authorize the issuance of bonds. Senate: Intergovernmental Relations Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 362 85-0 (2017) Author: Perry, Charles Relating to the use of information from the lists of noncitizens excused or disqualified from jury service. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 375 85-0 (2017) Author: Taylor, Van Relating to providing a voter in a party primary notice of party conventions. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 405 85-0 (2017) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to voting and election procedures; creating an offense. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 426 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to early voting by mail by any qualified voter. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 466 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to certain petitions filed with home-rule municipalities. Senate: Intergovernmental Relations Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 488 85-0 (2017) Author: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Sponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions. House: Elections
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 665 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to education requirements for a notary public appointment; authorizing a fee. Senate: State Affairs Committee report printed and distributed
SB 690 85-0 (2017) Author: West, Royce Relating to the use of a mechanical or electronic device by a person occupying a voting station. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 752 85-0 (2017) Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Sponsor: Cortez, Philip
Relating to the overseas military e-mail ballot program. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 925 85-0 (2017) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to the facilitation of voting by persons confined in certain jails. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 957 85-0 (2017) Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Sponsor: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.
Relating to the content and numbering of propositions on the ballot. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1150 85-0 (2017) Author: Buckingham, Dawn Relating to the content of local and state propositions on the ballot. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1506 85-0 (2017) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to mechanic's, contractor's, or materialman's liens; authorizing a fee; changing the eligibility for community supervision. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1517 85-0 (2017) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Oliveira, René
Relating to partnerships, limited liability companies, and other domestic and foreign entities and to series of limited liability companies and foreign entities. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1518 85-0 (2017) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Oliveira, René
Relating to corporations, associations, real estate investment trusts, and related entities; authorizing fees. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1569 85-0 (2017) Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al. Relating to prostitution and the trafficking of persons, civil racketeering related to trafficking, the prosecution of and punishment for certain sexual offenses and offenses involving or related to trafficking, reimbursement of certain costs for criminal victims who are children, and the release and reporting of certain information relating to a child; increasing a criminal penalty; creating a criminal offense. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1579 85-0 (2017) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to authorizing the secretary of state to terminate the existence of a domestic filing entity if a substantial owner or governing person of the entity has been convicted of human trafficking or compelling prostitution. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1666 85-0 (2017) Author: Huffman, Joan
Sponsor: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.
Relating to the conduct of primary elections and certain other election practices; increasing a criminal penalty; creating criminal offenses. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
House passage as amended reported
SB 1718 85-0 (2017) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to legislative review and approval of certain state agency rules. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1731 85-0 (2017) Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Sponsor: Meyer, Morgan
Relating to the repeal of laws governing certain state entities, including the functions of those entities, and to certain duties, responsibilities, and functions of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on the abolishment of certain of those entities. House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
SB 1733 85-0 (2017) Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al. Relating to recognition of certain identification documents by governmental officials. House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1766 85-0 (2017) Author: Buckingham, Dawn Relating to the content and placement of certain ballot propositions. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1835 85-0 (2017) Author: Estes, Craig Relating to names of domestic and foreign filing entities for transacting business in this state; creating an offense. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee
SB 1989 85-0 (2017) Author: Campbell, Donna Relating to the elimination of straight-party voting for judicial offices. Senate: State Affairs Left pending in committee
SB 2010 85-0 (2017) Author: Taylor, Van Relating to procedures for the determination of the validity of certain petitions filed in connection with an election. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 2015 85-0 (2017) Author: Creighton, Brandon Relating to the Texas Sovereignty Act. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 2020 85-0 (2017) Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al. Relating to voter information used for juror selections. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
SB 2035 85-0 (2017) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the regulation of athlete agents. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2090 85-0 (2017) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to procedures for uniform procedures for conducting an election. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 2091 85-0 (2017) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to an election authorizing the issuance of bonds or an increase in taxes by a political subdivision. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 2149 85-0 (2017) Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al. Relating to early in-person voting by voters who reside at a residential care facility. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Elections
SB 2175 85-0 (2017) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to the elimination of straight-party voting. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 2197 85-0 (2017) Author: Bettencourt, Paul Relating to documentation of proof of identification for voting. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SJR 2 85-0 (2017) Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Sponsor: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing one or more amendments to the constitution to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, to limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and to limit the terms of office of federal officials and members of Congress. House: State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select
Senate: State Affairs
Filed with the Secretary of State
SJR 37 85-0 (2017) Author: Nichols, Robert Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing an amendment to the constitution to impose term limits for justices of the United States Supreme Court and to allow the states to overturn a decision of the United States Supreme Court. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SJR 38 85-0 (2017) Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.
Sponsor: Darby, Drew
Rescinding certain applications made by the Texas Legislature to the United States Congress to call a national convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for proposing any amendment to that Constitution. House: State & Federal Power & Responsibility, Select
Senate: State Affairs
Filed with the Secretary of State
SJR 39 85-0 (2017) Author: Uresti, Carlos Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas to conduct gaming by executing a gaming agreement with this state; providing for licensing of persons under the agreement; limiting certain taxes and fees. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SJR 40 85-0 (2017) Author: Huffines, Don Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing an amendment to the constitution to limit the terms of office of members of Congress. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 42 85-1 (2017) Author: Keough, Mark Relating to the selection of the board of directors of an appraisal district; authorizing the imposition of a fee. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HB 45 85-1 (2017) Author: Keough, Mark Relating to the selection of the chief appraiser of an appraisal district; authorizing a fee. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HB 48 85-1 (2017) Author: Keough, Mark Relating to the selection and administration of an appraisal review board; authorizing a fee. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HB 66 85-1 (2017) Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al. Relating to automatic voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 89 85-1 (2017) Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al. Relating to early voting by certain persons who are caretakers of persons with certain disabilities. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 160 85-1 (2017) Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al. Relating to the selection of the chief appraiser of an appraisal district; authorizing a fee. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HB 169 85-1 (2017) Author: Fallon, Pat Relating to assisting voters and other voting processes and procedures; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 203 85-1 (2017) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to the administration of the ad valorem tax system; authorizing a fee. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HB 206 85-1 (2017) Author: Villalba, Jason | et. al. Relating to a limit on local government expenditures. House: Urban Affairs Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 212 85-1 (2017) Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 279 85-1 (2017) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 289 85-1 (2017) Author: Fallon, Pat Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 341 85-1 (2017) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to voting by mail and assistance provided to a voter. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 342 85-1 (2017) Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al. Relating to cybersecurity for voting systems. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 377 85-1 (2017) Author: Alonzo, Roberto Relating to the release of certain voter registration information. House: Elections Referred to Elections
SB 99 85-1 (2017) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to cybersecurity for voting systems. Filed
SB 101 85-1 (2017) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the release of certain voter registration information. Filed
SB 113 85-1 (2017) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to early voting by certain persons who are caretakers of persons with certain disabilities. Filed
HB 25 84-0 (2015) Author: Sheets, Kenneth Relating to the elimination of straight-party voting for judicial offices. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Left pending in committee
HB 76 84-0 (2015) Author: Israel, Celia | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 134 84-0 (2015) Author: Simpson, David | et. al. Relating to certain information included with ballot propositions for elections to authorize state and local general obligation bonds. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 258 84-0 (2015) Author: Miles, Borris | et. al. Relating to the provision of the reason for rejecting a voter registration application. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 303 84-0 (2015) Author: Canales, Terry Relating to documentation of proof of identification for voting. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 305 84-0 (2015) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to registering to vote and voting while in custody at certain county jails and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 312 84-0 (2015) Author: Harless, Patricia | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 399 84-0 (2015) Author: Harless, Patricia | et. al. Relating to taxes wholly or partly deposited to the credit of the state highway fund; increasing the rates of the gasoline and diesel fuel taxes and authorizing the increase or decrease of those rates in subsequent years. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 420 84-0 (2015) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to the availability of information from the federal Election Assistance Commission on the secretary of state's Internet website. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 428 84-0 (2015) Author: Howard, Donna | et. al. 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. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 430 84-0 (2015) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to a study on the feasibility of online voting. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 444 84-0 (2015) Author: Johnson, Eric Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 446 84-0 (2015) Author: Johnson, Eric Relating to electronic voter registration in certain counties. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 448 84-0 (2015) Author: Alonzo, Roberto Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 464 84-0 (2015) Author: Springer, Drew Relating to requiring candidates to pay a filing fee or submit a petition in lieu of a filing fee to appear on the ballot for the general election for state and county officers. House: Elections Considered in Calendars
HB 587 84-0 (2015) Author: Hernandez, Ana Relating to a voter education program for high school seniors. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 732 84-0 (2015) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to the requirements for an official carrier envelope for a ballot to be voted by mail and materials accompanying the official carrier envelope. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 783 84-0 (2015) Author: Miller, Rick | et. al. 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. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 891 84-0 (2015) Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al. Relating to establishing an interstate voter registration crosscheck program. House: Elections Placed on General State Calendar
HB 920 84-0 (2015) Author: Sheets, Kenneth Relating to additional primary election ballot information for judicial candidates. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Left pending in committee
HB 953 84-0 (2015) Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 954 84-0 (2015) Author: Alvarado, Carol Relating to an electronic application for voter registration and a ballot to be voted by mail. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1096 84-0 (2015) Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the residence address of a person for purposes of a response to a confirmation notice sent by the registrar. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
HB 1182 84-0 (2015) Author: Shaheen, Matt Relating to ballot propositions authorizing political subdivisions to issue bonds. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1266 84-0 (2015) Author: Schofield, Mike Relating to the confidentiality of certain information regarding state election inspectors. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1288 84-0 (2015) Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al. Relating to the elimination of straight-party voting. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1313 84-0 (2015) Author: Fletcher, Allen Relating to ensuring the removal of the names of deceased persons from the jury wheel. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1407 84-0 (2015) Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al. Relating to the comparison of any list of the legal status of certain persons who are not citizens to the list of registered voters. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 1444 84-0 (2015) Author: Villalba, Jason Relating to the elimination in certain counties of straight-party voting for certain offices. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 1448 84-0 (2015) Author: Sheets, Kenneth Relating to the provision of a voter's thumbprint with a mailed ballot. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1452 84-0 (2015) Author: Schofield, Mike Relating to the requirements for a person to vote in the precinct of the person's former residence. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1555 84-0 (2015) Author: Meyer, Morgan Relating to the elimination of straight-party voting. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1632 84-0 (2015) Author: Romero, Ramon Relating to the electronic completion of an application for a ballot to be voted by mail. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1645 84-0 (2015) Author: Gutierrez, Roland | et. al. Relating to the participation of certain large counties in the countywide polling place program. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1646 84-0 (2015) Author: White, James | et. al. Relating to a program allowing certain military voters on active duty overseas to cast a ballot electronically. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1656 84-0 (2015) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to public financing of campaigns for appellate judicial offices; providing civil penalties. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1683 84-0 (2015) Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to an identifying number assigned to a notary public by the secretary of state. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 1/1/16
HB 1745 84-0 (2015) Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al. Relating to the funding and issuing of marriage licenses and certifications and the recognition of certain marriages. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 1798 84-0 (2015) Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al. Relating to local control school districts. House: Public Education Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 1910 84-0 (2015) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to requiring the secretary of state to conduct a study of the reasons for the rejection of early voting by mail ballots. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1927 84-0 (2015) Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to the procedures for applying for a ballot to be voted by mail; creating a criminal offense. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1986 84-0 (2015) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to the manner of state financing of primary elections. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1996 84-0 (2015) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to holding a primary election for a political party in a county without party leadership. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2021 84-0 (2015) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to preparation for the conduct of a primary election. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 2090 84-0 (2015) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to the conduct of primary elections. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2098 84-0 (2015) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to the requirements for an application to vote an early voting ballot by mail. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2124 84-0 (2015) Author: Klick, Stephanie Relating to use of an electronic device for accepting voters. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2127 84-0 (2015) Author: Klick, Stephanie Relating to the eligibility of presidential and vice presidential candidates to be placed on the ballot. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2235 84-0 (2015) Author: Anderson, Rodney
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the eligibility requirements of a notary public. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2258 84-0 (2015) Author: Fallon, Pat Relating to requiring a voter to be affiliated with a political party to vote in that party's primary election or otherwise participate in that party's affairs; creating a criminal offense. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2264 84-0 (2015) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to the time for returning mail ballots that were sent to the voter after the time provided by law. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2358 84-0 (2015) Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the exemption from certain registration and licensing requirements and taxes for certain businesses and employees who enter this state in response to a disaster or emergency. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 2366 84-0 (2015) Author: Goldman, Craig | et. al.
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the notation on the precinct list of registered voters that a voter voted early. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2370 84-0 (2015) Author: Rodriguez, Justin Relating to a bailiff administering the selection of names of persons for jury service. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2386 84-0 (2015) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to eligibility for early voting by mail. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2511 84-0 (2015) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the creation of the human trafficking prevention business partnership. House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 2661 84-0 (2015) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the functions of the Office of Immigration and Refugee Affairs and the Governor's Advisory Committee on Immigration and Refugees. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 2721 84-0 (2015) Author: Blanco, César
Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to public notice of the time for voting during an early voting period. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 2724 84-0 (2015) Author: Blanco, César Relating to the method for submitting an application for voting by mail to the early voting clerk. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2889 84-0 (2015) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al. Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2891 84-0 (2015) Author: Otto, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to certain filing and reporting requirements for certain taxable entities. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/16
HB 2956 84-0 (2015) Author: Klick, Stephanie Relating to the appointment and training of volunteer deputy registrars. House: Elections Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2960 84-0 (2015) Author: Schofield, Mike Relating to certain information reported to county voter registrars and to the Department of Public Safety and to the cancellation of a driver's license based on that information. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2980 84-0 (2015) Author: Rodriguez, Justin | et. al. Relating to the method for submitting an application for voting by mail to the early voting clerk. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2987 84-0 (2015) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to issuance of a receipt for a voter registration application that may be used for the purpose of voting. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3056 84-0 (2015) Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al. Relating to the procedures for applying for a ballot to be voted by mail; affecting the prosecution of a criminal offense. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3083 84-0 (2015) Author: Blanco, César Relating to posting the location of a polling place used in an election on the secretary of state's website. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3110 84-0 (2015) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Relating to information regarding candidates provided by a political party to the secretary of state. House: Elections Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3118 84-0 (2015) Author: Goldman, Craig Relating to the canvassing of primary elections. House: Elections Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3176 84-0 (2015) Author: Smithee, John Relating to claims of patent infringement; providing civil penalties; imposing fees. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Left pending in committee
HB 3188 84-0 (2015) Author: Goldman, Craig Relating to the canvassing of primary elections. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3267 84-0 (2015) Author: Herrero, Abel | et. al. Relating to automatic voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3309 84-0 (2015) Author: Sanford, Scott Relating to appointment of and performance of notarial acts by an electronic notary public; authorizing a fee and creating a criminal offense. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 3516 84-0 (2015) Author: Schubert, Leighton Relating to reimbursement of county expenses for special legislative elections. House: Elections No action taken in committee
HB 3779 84-0 (2015) Author: Kacal, Kyle Relating to providing certain persons with resources for notifying the voter registrar of a death and related procedures. House: Elections Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3902 84-0 (2015) Author: Vo, Hubert Relating to providing a voter in a party primary notice of party conventions. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3961 84-0 (2015) Author: Bernal, Diego Relating to the suspension of an election judge or clerk. House: Elections No action taken in committee
HB 3972 84-0 (2015) Author: Meyer, Morgan Relating to the use of school district buildings as polling place locations. House: Elections Placed on General State Calendar
HJR 22 84-0 (2015) Author: Nevárez, Poncho Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas to conduct gaming by executing a gaming agreement with this state; providing for licensing of persons under the agreement; limiting certain taxes and fees. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Left pending in committee
SB 83 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to prohibited deceptive or disenfranchising practices regarding an election; providing penalties. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 84 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 102 84-0 (2015) Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al. Relating to ballot propositions authorizing political subdivisions to issue bonds. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 141 84-0 (2015) Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al. Relating to a voter educator program for high school seniors. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized
SB 142 84-0 (2015) Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al.
Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the appointment and training of volunteer deputy registrars. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 261 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to registration powers of volunteer deputy registrars. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 286 84-0 (2015) Author: West, Royce Relating to additional primary election ballot information for judicial candidates. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 328 84-0 (2015) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to the numbering of local and state propositions on the ballot. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 349 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the authority of the secretary of state to enforce election laws. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 371 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to issuance of a receipt for a voter registration applicant. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 385 84-0 (2015) Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized
SB 399 84-0 (2015) Author: Campbell, Donna Relating to ballot propositions authorizing certain political subdivisions to issue debt obligations. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 407 84-0 (2015) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the acceptance of a voter. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 519 84-0 (2015) Author: Schwertner, Charles
Sponsor: Crownover, Myra
Relating to the registration of dental support organizations; imposing a fee; requiring an occupational registration; providing a civil penalty. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 673 84-0 (2015) Author: Perry, Charles | et. al. Relating to the funding and issuing of marriage licenses and certifications and the recognition of certain marriages. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized
SB 681 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Rodriguez, Justin
Relating to a bailiff administering the selection of names of persons for jury service in certain counties. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 795 84-0 (2015) Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to establishing an interstate voter registration crosscheck program. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 838 84-0 (2015) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the functions of the Office of Immigration and Refugee Affairs, the Governor's Advisory Committee on Immigration and Refugees, and the use of the state's disaster contingency fund for purposes related to immigration and refugees. House: State Affairs
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 897 84-0 (2015) Author: Taylor, Van Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 984 84-0 (2015) Author: Bettencourt, Paul Relating to the residence address of a person for purposes of registration under the Election Code. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 990 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the protection of voting rights in the State of Texas; creating a criminal offense. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1012 84-0 (2015) Author: Hancock, Kelly Relating to local control school districts. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 1050 84-0 (2015) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the suspension of an election judge or clerk. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1073 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the requirements for a candidate's application or nomination for a place on the ballot and related procedures. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1115 84-0 (2015) Author: Campbell, Donna
Sponsor: White, James
Relating to a program allowing certain military voters on active duty overseas to cast a ballot electronically. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1187 84-0 (2015) Author: Taylor, Van Relating to claims of patent infringement; providing civil penalties; imposing fees. Senate: State Affairs Left pending in committee
SB 1283 84-0 (2015) Author: Eltife, Kevin Relating to the exemption from certain registration and licensing requirements and taxes for certain businesses and employees who enter this state in response to a disaster or emergency. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee
SB 1378 84-0 (2015) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to a drug testing requirement for a person elected to public elective office. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1449 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to automatic voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1490 84-0 (2015) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to issuance of a receipt for a voter registration application that may be used for the purpose of voting. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1541 84-0 (2015) Author: Perry, Charles Relating to certain reporting requirements for taxable entities. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1702 84-0 (2015) Author: Huffman, Joan Relating to the elimination of straight-party voting for judicial offices. Senate: State Affairs Left pending in committee
SB 1703 84-0 (2015) Author: Huffman, Joan
Sponsor: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to the deadlines for certain processes and procedures involving an election. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1807 84-0 (2015) Author: Bettencourt, Paul Relating to the system for appraising property for ad valorem tax purposes; authorizing a fee. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance
SJR 34 84-0 (2015) Author: Uresti, Carlos Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas to conduct gaming by executing a gaming agreement with this state; providing for licensing of persons under the agreement; limiting certain taxes and fees. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 14 83-0 (2013) Author: Pitts, Jim | et. al. Relating to the fiscal transparency and accountability of certain entities responsible for public money. House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency and Reform Returned to committee
HB 141 83-0 (2013) Author: Raymond, Richard Peña Relating to county and municipal land development regulation. House: Land & Resource Management Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 145 83-0 (2013) Author: Strama, Mark Relating to the reapportionment of state legislative, congressional, and judicial districts and the creation, function, and duties of the Texas Redistricting Commission. House: Redistricting Referred to Redistricting
HB 169 83-0 (2013) Author: Alonzo, Roberto | et. al. Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 198 83-0 (2013) Author: Farias, Joe Relating to the correction of voter registration records following a change of address submitted to the United States Postal Service. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 216 83-0 (2013) Author: Alvarado, Carol Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 270 83-0 (2013) Author: Farias, Joe Relating to an electronic means for voters to determine the status of ballots submitted by mail. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 313 83-0 (2013) Author: Strama, Mark | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 331 83-0 (2013) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to registration powers of volunteer deputy registrars. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 396 83-0 (2013) Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to providing a federal postcard applicant with a ballot for certain elections in which the applicant is eligible to vote. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 464 83-0 (2013) Author: Johnson, Eric | et. al. Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 490 83-0 (2013) Author: Hernandez Luna, Ana Relating to the determination that a voter is deceased. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 579 83-0 (2013) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to a study on the feasibility of online voting. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 600 83-0 (2013) Author: Taylor, Van Relating to the adoption of certain voting procedures necessary to implement the federal Military and Overseas Voter Empowerment Act, including the modification of certain election deadlines. House: Elections Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 650 83-0 (2013) Author: Zedler, Bill | et. al. Relating to the eligibility of presidential and vice-presidential candidates to be placed on the ballot. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 966 83-0 (2013) Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al. Relating to the residence address of a person for purposes of registration under the Election Code. House: Elections Placed on General State Calendar
HB 986 83-0 (2013) Author: Elkins, Gary Relating to the language in which a ballot to be voted by mail is printed. House: Elections Considered in Calendars
HB 1126 83-0 (2013) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to public financing of campaigns for appellate judicial offices; providing civil penalties. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1129 83-0 (2013) Author: White, James | et. al.
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to a program allowing certain military voters on active duty overseas to cast a ballot electronically. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1428 83-0 (2013) Author: Davis, Sarah Relating to inappropriate actions by the early voting ballot board; creating an offense. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1518 83-0 (2013) Author: Sheffield, J. D. | et. al. Relating to use of countywide polling places for certain elections. House: Elections Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1565 83-0 (2013) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to electors for president and vice president. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1635 83-0 (2013) Author: Johnson, Eric Relating to certain high school students serving as early voting clerks in an election. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1794 83-0 (2013) Author: Pitts, Jim Relating to ballot propositions authorizing certain political subdivisions to issue bonds. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1837 83-0 (2013) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to the registration of voters at certain polling places during early voting by personal appearance and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1838 83-0 (2013) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to the registration of certain voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1839 83-0 (2013) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to the registration of certain voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1841 83-0 (2013) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to requirements for certain forms provided by a voter registrar. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1842 83-0 (2013) Author: Strama, Mark Relating to the selection of certain candidates for office through a unitary primary election. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1857 83-0 (2013) Author: Burkett, Cindy Relating to the elimination of straight-party voting for county or precinct offices. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1954 83-0 (2013) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the education requirements for a notary public; authorizing a fee. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 1958 83-0 (2013) Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al. Relating to voting by voters unable to enter a polling place. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2007 83-0 (2013) Author: Turner, Chris Relating to the selection of electors to vote for president and vice-president based on the proportion of voters voting for each presidential candidate. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2031 83-0 (2013) Author: Sheets, Kenneth Relating to payments made to certain voter registrars for certain voter registration activities. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2110 83-0 (2013) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to requirements for certain election officers. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2223 83-0 (2013) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to the availability of information from the federal Election Assistance Commission on the secretary of state's Internet website. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 2242 83-0 (2013) Author: Bohac, Dwayne Relating to public school student identification numbers and related reporting requirements for school districts. House: Public Education Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2262 83-0 (2013) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to the procedure for early voting by mail; creating an offense. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2306 83-0 (2013) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the permanent authority of certain voters to vote early by mail. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2373 83-0 (2013) Author: Klick, Stephanie
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the use of an electronic device to capture a voter's signature for the signature roster. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2465 83-0 (2013) Author: Farias, Joe
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the secretary of state providing information to voters regarding their voting status through an Internet website. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2501 83-0 (2013) Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to an identifying number assigned to a notary public by the secretary of state. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Jurisprudence
No action taken in committee
HB 2506 83-0 (2013) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to nonpartisan primary elections; authorizing a fee. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2512 83-0 (2013) Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the disclosure of certain information to the secretary of state for use in voter registration or the administration of elections. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 2515 83-0 (2013) Author: Springer, Drew Relating to the provision of an election deadline calendar to authorities holding elections. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 2565 83-0 (2013) Author: Carter, Stefani Relating to the formation of benefit corporations and to the consideration of public benefits and other interests by officers and directors of benefit corporations; providing for the imposition of a fee. House: Business & Industry Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2670 83-0 (2013) Author: Vo, Hubert Relating to the participation of certain large counties in the countywide polling place program. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2728 83-0 (2013) Author: Gutierrez, Roland Relating to an online training program for volunteer deputy voter registrars. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 2762 83-0 (2013) Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al. Relating to the selection of the board of directors of an appraisal district; authorizing a fee. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee
HB 2940 83-0 (2013) Author: Toth, Steve Relating to the date of the primary election and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3065 83-0 (2013) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the payment of state funds by the secretary of state directly to an entity conducting a primary election under contract. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3074 83-0 (2013) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 3104 83-0 (2013) Author: Morrison, Geanie Relating to certain election practices and procedures. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 3151 83-0 (2013) Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al. Relating to required disclosures on a municipal bond election ballot. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3340 83-0 (2013) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to automatic voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3342 83-0 (2013) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to the designation of super voters. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3593 83-0 (2013) Author: Burnam, Lon | et. al.
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the determination that a voter is deceased. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 3853 83-0 (2013) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to the promotion of Texas energy products, services and technologies in the global marketplace. House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 3854 83-0 (2013) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to the promotion of Texas products and services in the global marketplace. House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 3856 83-0 (2013) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to building workforce skills to compete for trade-related jobs, business opportunities and investment. House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
HJR 35 83-0 (2013) Author: Raymond, Richard Peña Supporting the ratification of a proposed amendment to the Constitution of the United States providing for a balanced federal budget. House: Federalism & Fiscal Responsibility, Select No action taken in committee
HJR 57 83-0 (2013) Author: Burnam, Lon Proposing a constitutional amendment to reserve to the people the powers of initiative for the sole purpose of adopting and imposing a state income tax. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HJR 98 83-0 (2013) Author: Nevárez, Poncho Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas to conduct gaming by executing a gaming agreement with this state. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HJR 101 83-0 (2013) Author: Elkins, Gary Rescinding the application of the 26th Texas Legislature made in the year 1899 to the United States Congress to call an unrestricted national convention, pursuant to Article V of the United States Constitution, for proposing undisclosed amendments to that Constitution. House: Federalism & Fiscal Responsibility, Select Corrected committee report sent to Calendars
HJR 117 83-0 (2013) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al. Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the operation of casino games in this state by federally recognized Indian tribes on certain land. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Left pending in committee
HR 2666 83-0 (2013) Author: González, Mary Honoring Kathryn Hairston and the Texas Secretary of State Colonia Initiatives Program for their service to the El Paso area. House: Rules & Resolutions Reported enrolled
SB 14 83-0 (2013) Author: Williams, Tommy | et. al.
Sponsor: Pitts, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the fiscal transparency and accountability of certain entities responsible for public money. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
Returned to committee
SB 81 83-0 (2013) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 82 83-0 (2013) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to prohibited deceptive or disenfranchising practices regarding an election; providing penalties. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 103 83-0 (2013) Author: Patrick, Dan Relating to the elimination of straight-party voting for judicial offices. Senate: State Affairs Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 315 83-0 (2013) Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Sponsor: Strama, Mark | et. al.
Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 452 83-0 (2013) Author: Patrick, Dan Relating to the date of the primary election and related procedures. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 550 83-0 (2013) Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al. Relating to the determination that a voter is deceased. Senate: State Affairs Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 553 83-0 (2013) Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Sponsor: Johnson, Eric
Relating to certain high school students serving as early voting clerks in an election. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 568 83-0 (2013) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures; modifying the penalty for the offense of false statement on a voter registration application. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 904 83-0 (2013) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Sponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to the adoption of certain voting procedures and the modification of certain election deadlines, including those necessary to implement the federal Military and Overseas Voter Empowerment Act. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date
SB 910 83-0 (2013) Author: Duncan, Robert
Sponsor: Morrison, Geanie
Relating to certain election practices and procedures. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1037 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the education requirements for a notary public; authorizing a fee. Senate: Jurisprudence Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1551 83-0 (2013) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the provision of affordable housing and other services in the Lower Rio Grande Valley. House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 1582 83-0 (2013) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to automatic voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1651 83-0 (2013) Author: Williams, Tommy Relating to ballot propositions authorizing certain political subdivisions to issue bonds. Senate: Finance Referred to s/c on Fiscal Matters by Chair
SB 1683 83-0 (2013) Author: Huffman, Joan Relating to providing a federal postcard applicant with a ballot for any election in which the applicant is eligible to vote. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1722 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to reforming the electoral process; providing a criminal penalty. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SJR 40 83-0 (2013) Author: Uresti, Carlos Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas to conduct gaming by executing a gaming agreement with this state. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SJR 53 83-0 (2013) Author: Estes, Craig Rescinding every application made at any time by the Legislature of the State of Texas to the United States Congress to call a national convention, pursuant to Article V of the United States Constitution, for proposing any amendment or amendments to that Constitution. Senate: State Affairs Left pending in committee
SB 36 83-1 (2013) Author: Uresti, Carlos Relating to electronic voter registration. Filed
SB 22 83-2 (2013) Author: Uresti, Carlos Relating to electronic voter registration. Filed
SB 12 83-3 (2013) Author: Uresti, Carlos Relating to electronic voter registration. Filed
HB 16 82-0 (2011) Author: Riddle, Debbie Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 112 82-0 (2011) Author: Harless, Patricia | et. al. Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 174 82-0 (2011) Author: Jackson, Jim | et. al.
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the cancellation of the voter registration and to the eligibility to vote of persons who are deceased or not citizens of the United States. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 184 82-0 (2011) Author: Johnson, Eric
Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the cancellation of a special election to fill a vacancy in the legislature. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 186 82-0 (2011) Author: Perry, Charles | et. al. Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification; creating a penalty. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 248 82-0 (2011) Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al. Relating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 250 82-0 (2011) Author: Hilderbran, Harvey | et. al. Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification; providing penalties. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 295 82-0 (2011) Author: Berman, Leo | et. al. Relating to certification for placement on the ballot of candidates for president or vice-president of the United States. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 368 82-0 (2011) Author: Hochberg, Scott Relating to ballot instructions. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 369 82-0 (2011) Author: Hochberg, Scott Relating to procedures concerning verification of certain information submitted in a voter registration application. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 401 82-0 (2011) Author: Smith, Todd | et. al. Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 418 82-0 (2011) Author: Berman, Leo Relating to requiring certain candidates to pay a filing fee or file a petition as a qualification to appear on the ballot for the general election for state and county officers. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 529 82-0 (2011) Author: Berman, Leo | et. al. Relating to certification for placement on the ballot of candidates for president or vice-president of the United States. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 539 82-0 (2011) Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al. Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 624 82-0 (2011) Author: Bonnen, Dennis | et. al. Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 631 82-0 (2011) Author: Chisum, Warren Relating to processing certain early voting ballots before election day. House: Elections Laid on the table subject to call
HB 715 82-0 (2011) Author: Hochberg, Scott Relating to automatic voter registration on issuance or change of a driver's license or identification card by the Department of Public Safety. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 926 82-0 (2011) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al. Relating to the use of information from the internal verification system of the Department of Public Safety for voter registration purposes. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 995 82-0 (2011) Author: Gutierrez, Roland Relating to provision by the secretary of state of notice to a candidate of the form of the candidate's name that will appear on the general election ballot. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1005 82-0 (2011) Author: Hopson, Chuck Relating to the procedures for registering to vote and accepting a voter at a polling place; providing a criminal penalty. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1038 82-0 (2011) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to prohibited deceptive or disenfranchising practices regarding an election; providing criminal penalties. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1100 82-0 (2011) Author: Farias, Joe Relating to the correction of voter registration records following a change of address submitted to the United States Postal Service. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1338 82-0 (2011) Author: Smith, Todd Relating to the requirement that a voter provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1351 82-0 (2011) Author: Farias, Joe Relating to Voter Education Week. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1412 82-0 (2011) Author: Chisum, Warren Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification; providing penalties. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1431 82-0 (2011) Author: Strama, Mark Relating to the selection of candidates for the State Board of Education through a unitary primary election. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1458 82-0 (2011) Author: Harless, Patricia | et. al. Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification; providing penalties. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1502 82-0 (2011) Author: White, James | et. al. Relating to allowing military voters on active duty overseas to receive and cast a ballot electronically. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1533 82-0 (2011) Author: Eiland, Craig Relating to voter registration. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1570 82-0 (2011) Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to training for deputy voter registrars. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1584 82-0 (2011) Author: Farias, Joe Relating to an electronic means for voters to determine the status of ballots submitted by mail. House: Elections No action taken in committee
HB 1596 82-0 (2011) Author: Isaac, Jason Relating to documentation acceptable as proof of identification for voting. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1713 82-0 (2011) Author: Christian, Wayne Relating to payment of expenses for certain elections. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1761 82-0 (2011) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al. Relating to instructions included on balloting materials for a ballot to be voted by mail. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1789 82-0 (2011) Author: Farias, Joe
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the payment of state funds directly to an entity that conducts a primary election under contract in certain counties. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1965 82-0 (2011) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the expansion of faith- and community-based health and human services initiatives. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 1975 82-0 (2011) Author: King, Phil Relating to the submission of certain election changes under Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2022 82-0 (2011) Author: Pitts, Jim Relating to state fiscal matters; creating an offense. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations
HB 2052 82-0 (2011) Author: Peña, Aaron | et. al. Relating to the reporting of certain information to county voter registrars by the secretary of state. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2055 82-0 (2011) Author: Peña, Aaron | et. al. Relating to allowing for countywide polling places as an alternative election system. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 2194 82-0 (2011) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to certain election practices and procedures; providing a penalty. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date
HB 2477 82-0 (2011) Author: Harless, Patricia
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to provision of bilingual election materials. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2487 82-0 (2011) Author: Murphy, Jim Relating to the residence address of a person for purposes of registration under the Election Code. House: Elections Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2512 82-0 (2011) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to the maintenance of a list of voters whose registrations have been recently canceled. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2590 82-0 (2011) Author: Peña, Aaron Relating to the reporting of certain information to county voter registrars and to the Department of Public Safety and to the cancellation of a driver's license based on that information. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2595 82-0 (2011) Author: Isaac, Jason | et. al.
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the electronic submission and recording of documents associated with voting by mail. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 2803 82-0 (2011) Author: Raymond, Richard Pena Relating to county and municipal land development regulation. House: Land & Resource Management Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 2814 82-0 (2011) Author: Hochberg, Scott | et. al. Relating to electronic voter registration. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2817 82-0 (2011) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to certain election practices and procedures. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2864 82-0 (2011) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to the disclosure required by an officer of the executive branch on the nomination of an appointed officer. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 2891 82-0 (2011) Author: Sheets, Kenneth Relating to the provision of a voter's fingerprints with a mailed ballot. House: Elections No action taken in committee
HB 3019 82-0 (2011) Author: Gutierrez, Roland Relating to the option to vote a paper ballot. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3141 82-0 (2011) Author: Hartnett, Will
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the registration and protection of trademarks. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 3160 82-0 (2011) Author: Taylor, Van Relating to the verification of citizenship of an applicant for voter registration. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 3214 82-0 (2011) Author: Aliseda, Jose Relating to providing notice to certain state agencies of a criminal investigation relating to an election. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3447 82-0 (2011) Author: Aliseda, Jose Relating to the notice provided to certain officials of the participation of unregistered voters in an election. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3540 82-0 (2011) Author: Phillips, Larry Relating to the administration of appraisal districts and the appraisal of property for ad valorem tax purposes. House: Ways & Means Left pending in committee
HB 3660 82-0 (2011) Author: Otto, John Relating to requiring the secretary of state to publish the session laws of the legislature electronically and eliminating certain requirements for publishing and distributing volumes of the session laws. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations
HJR 6 82-0 (2011) Author: Burnam, Lon Proposing a constitutional amendment to reserve to the people the powers of initiative for the sole purpose of adopting and imposing a state income tax. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HJR 113 82-0 (2011) Author: King, Tracy Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas to conduct gaming by executing a gaming agreement with this state. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HJR 123 82-0 (2011) Author: Elkins, Gary Rescinding the 1899 application of the 26th Texas Legislature to the United States Congress to call an unrestricted convention under Article V of the United States Constitution. House: State Sovereignty, Select Referred to State Sovereignty, Select
HR 2020 82-0 (2011) Author: Harless, Patricia Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 14. Reported enrolled
SB 14 82-0 (2011) Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Sponsor: Harless, Patricia | et. al.
Relating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. House: Voter Identification & Voter Fraud, Select
Senate: Committee of the Whole Senate
See remarks for effective date
SB 100 82-0 (2011) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Sponsor: Taylor, Van
Relating to the adoption of certain voting procedures and to certain elections, including procedures necessary to implement the federal Military and Overseas Voter Empowerment Act, deadlines for declaration of candidacy and dates for certain elections, and to terms of certain elected officials. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 178 82-0 (2011) Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al. Relating to requirements to vote, including presenting proof of identification; providing criminal penalties. Co-author authorized
SB 211 82-0 (2011) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place during early voting by personal appearance and related procedures. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 212 82-0 (2011) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to prohibited deceptive or disenfranchising practices regarding an election; providing criminal penalties. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 213 82-0 (2011) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 215 82-0 (2011) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the date on which certain voters may be removed from a county's voter registration list and related requirements. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 216 82-0 (2011) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to procedures related to the placement of a voter on the suspense list. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 384 82-0 (2011) Author: Harris, Chris Relating to the cancellation of the voter registrations of persons who are not United States citizens. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 791 82-0 (2011) Author: Duncan, Robert
Sponsor: Jackson, Jim
Relating to electronic notification of certain state officials and agencies of certain rules and rulemaking filings. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 792 82-0 (2011) Author: Duncan, Robert
Sponsor: Branch, Dan
Relating to the duties of the secretary of state. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 849 82-0 (2011) Author: Duncan, Robert Relating to certain election practices and procedures. Senate: State Affairs Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 865 82-0 (2011) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Relating to the payment of state funds directly to an entity that conducts a primary election under contract in certain counties. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1039 82-0 (2011) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the provision of bilingual election materials. Senate: State Affairs Left pending in committee
SB 1046 82-0 (2011) Author: Duncan, Robert
Sponsor: Peña, Aaron
Relating to information regarding deceased registered voters. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1128 82-0 (2011) Author: Jackson, Mike Relating to the conduct and administration of elections. Senate: State Affairs Left pending in committee
SB 1231 82-0 (2011) Author: Estes, Craig
Sponsor: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to the regulation of health spas by the secretary of state. House: Public Health
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1355 82-0 (2011) Author: Duncan, Robert Relating to allowing for countywide polling places as an alternative election system. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1720 82-0 (2011) Author: Duncan, Robert Relating to state fiscal matters; creating an offense. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance
SB 1924 82-0 (2011) Author: Uresti, Carlos Relating to concurrent state and federal jurisdiction over certain units of the national park system in this state. Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs
HB 1 82-1 (2011) Author: Pitts, Jim Relating to certain state fiscal matters; providing penalties. House: Appropriations Left pending in committee
HR 197 82-1 (2011) Author: Pitts, Jim Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2. Reported enrolled
HR 232 82-1 (2011) Author: Pitts, Jim Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1. Reported enrolled
SB 1 82-1 (2011) Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.
Sponsor: Pitts, Jim
Relating to certain state fiscal matters; providing penalties. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
SB 2 82-1 (2011) Author: Ogden, Steve
Sponsor: Pitts, Jim
Appropriating money for the support of state government for the period beginning September 1, 2011, and ending August 31, 2013; and authorizing and prescribing conditions, limitations, rules, and procedures for allocating and expending the appropriated funds. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
SB 20 82-1 (2011) Author: Patrick, Dan Relating to the eligibility of certain citizens residing outside the United States to vote a full ballot. Filed
SCR 5 82-1 (2011) Author: Duncan, Robert
Sponsor: Pitts, Jim
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1. Signed by the Governor
SR 105 82-1 (2011) Author: Ogden, Steve Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2. Reported enrolled
SR 130 82-1 (2011) Author: Duncan, Robert Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1. Reported enrolled
HB 208 81-0 (2009) Author: Jackson, Jim | et. al. Relating to the cancellation of the voter registration and to the eligibility to vote of persons who are deceased or not citizens of the United States. House: Elections Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 247 81-0 (2009) Author: Alonzo, Roberto Relating to allowing certain early voting polling places to serve as election day polling places. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 249 81-0 (2009) Author: Alonzo, Roberto Relating to the procedures for registering to vote at the time of applying for a driver's license or personal identification card. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 252 81-0 (2009) Author: Berman, Leo | et. al. Relating to authorizing the appointment of students to serve as election clerks. House: Elections Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 283 81-0 (2009) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to prohibited deceptive election practices; providing a criminal penalty. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 373 81-0 (2009) Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al. Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 513 81-0 (2009) Author: Vo, Hubert | et. al. 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. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 551 81-0 (2009) Author: Madden, Jerry | et. al.
Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the electronic transmission of a federal postcard application used for voting. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 627 81-0 (2009) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place during early voting by personal appearance and related procedures. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1103 81-0 (2009) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to a study regarding uniform election dates. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1117 81-0 (2009) Author: Hochberg, Scott
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to ballot instructions. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
HB 1193 81-0 (2009) Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to ballot certification of a political party presidential candidate. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 1265 81-0 (2009) Author: Hochberg, Scott
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the information about certain candidates required to be filed with the secretary of state. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1457 81-0 (2009) Author: Hochberg, Scott
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to procedures concerning verification of certain information submitted in a voter registration application. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 1641 81-0 (2009) Author: Burnam, Lon Relating to the eligibility requirements for voting by persons convicted of a felony. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1660 81-0 (2009) Author: King, Phil | et. al. Relating to the composition of the board of directors of an appraisal district. House: Ways & Means Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1719 81-0 (2009) Author: Thibaut, Kristi Relating to the date on which certain voters may be removed from a county's voter registration list and related requirements. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 1780 81-0 (2009) Author: Hochberg, Scott Relating to the use of a driver's license or identification card issued by the Department of Public Safety in voter registration. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 1927 81-0 (2009) Author: Farias, Joe Relating to Voter Education Week. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 2036 81-0 (2009) Author: Peña, Aaron Relating to the use of countywide voting locations by certain counties. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2209 81-0 (2009) Author: Peña, Aaron | et. al.
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to a voter educator program for high school seniors. House: Elections
Senate: Education
No action taken in committee
HB 2404 81-0 (2009) Author: Berman, Leo Relating to the authority of the secretary of state to make clerical corrections to certain election returns based on an amended county canvass. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2513 81-0 (2009) Author: Hopson, Chuck Relating to the procedures for registering to vote and accepting a voter at a polling place; providing a criminal penalty. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 2519 81-0 (2009) Author: Parker, Tan Relating to alternative methods of obtaining criminal history information and registration of private vendors to obtain criminal history information; providing a civil penalty. House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2561 81-0 (2009) Author: Ortiz, Jr., Solomon Relating to a program allowing for countywide voting locations in certain elections. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2801 81-0 (2009) Author: Berman, Leo Relating to the use of emergency paper ballots. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 2995 81-0 (2009) Author: Heflin, Joe Relating to the form and contents of a voter registration certificate. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3046 81-0 (2009) Author: Farias, Joe Relating to the correction of voter registration records following a change of address submitted to the United States Postal Service. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 3049 81-0 (2009) Author: Farias, Joe Relating to the establishment of the consumer credit education grant program. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Subcommittee members named
HB 3063 81-0 (2009) Author: Bohac, Dwayne | et. al. Relating to a pilot program authorizing counties to use direct recording electronic voting machines that produce paper records. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3069 81-0 (2009) Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to streamlining voter reregistration across county lines. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 3146 81-0 (2009) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to public financing of campaigns for certain judicial offices and to limits on political contributions to and direct campaign expenditures made on behalf of judicial candidates, and officeholders, in connection with certain judicial offices; providing civil penalties. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 3290 81-0 (2009) Author: Chisum, Warren Relating to the acceptance of a voter for voting. House: Elections No action taken in committee
HB 3444 81-0 (2009) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to the registration of individuals who assist in certain early voting procedures; providing a criminal penalty. House: Elections Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3556 81-0 (2009) Author: Bonnen, Dennis Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 3600 81-0 (2009) Author: Ortiz, Jr., Solomon Relating to a program allowing for countywide voting centers as an alternative election system. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3679 81-0 (2009) Author: Riddle, Debbie Relating to the registration of certain voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 3901 81-0 (2009) Author: Heflin, Joe Relating to compensation for certain election officers. House: Elections Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3902 81-0 (2009) Author: Heflin, Joe Relating to the requirements for accepting a special provisional ballot. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 4167 81-0 (2009) Author: Gutierrez, Roland | et. al. Relating to the jurisdiction of the court over a nonresident manufacturer in a products liability action involving a nonmanufacturing seller. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4354 81-0 (2009) Author: Smith, Todd Relating to a program allowing for countywide voting centers as an alternative election system. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 4392 81-0 (2009) Author: Farias, Joe Relating to an electronic means for voters to determine the status of ballots submitted by mail. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 4418 81-0 (2009) Author: Dunnam, Jim Relating to voter integrity measures and punishment for related offenses. House: Elections Left pending in committee
HB 4419 81-0 (2009) Author: Dunnam, Jim Relating to money contributed to the secretary of state for officeholder purposes. House: State Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4420 81-0 (2009) Author: Dunnam, Jim Relating to certain reports related to the cancellation of voter registrations. House: Elections No action taken in committee
SB 92 81-0 (2009) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al. Relating to the establishment of a program to provide a ballot by electronic mail to military personnel serving overseas and their spouses and dependents residing overseas. Senate: State Affairs Committee report printed and distributed
SB 139 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to prohibited deceptive or disenfranchising practices regarding an election; providing criminal penalties. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 140 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 141 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the eligibility requirements for voting by persons convicted of a felony. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 142 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to certain restrictions on a person who serves as secretary of state. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 268 81-0 (2009) Author: Harris, Chris | et. al. Relating to the cancellation of the voter registrations of persons who are not United States citizens. Senate: State Affairs No action taken in committee
SB 362 81-0 (2009) Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Sponsor: Smith, Todd
Relating to requiring a voter to present proof of identification. House: Elections
Senate: Committee of the Whole Senate
Placed on Major State Calendar
SB 363 81-0 (2009) Author: Fraser, Troy Relating to the procedures for registering to vote and accepting a voter at a polling place. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 391 81-0 (2009) Author: Patrick, Dan Relating to certain election practices and procedures. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 392 81-0 (2009) Author: Patrick, Dan Relating to the elimination of straight-party voting for judicial offices. Senate: State Affairs Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 438 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the date on which certain voters may be removed from a county's voter registration list and related requirements. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1070 81-0 (2009) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to jury assembly and administration. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
SB 1310 81-0 (2009) Author: Duncan, Robert
Sponsor: Smith, Todd | et. al.
Relating to a program allowing for countywide voting locations in certain elections. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Placed on Major State Calendar
SB 1699 81-0 (2009) Author: Fraser, Troy
Sponsor: Giddings, Helen
Relating to consistency among certain secretary of state filings. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1702 81-0 (2009) Author: Fraser, Troy
Sponsor: Giddings, Helen
Relating to the regulation of health spas. House: Public Health
Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1703 81-0 (2009) Author: Fraser, Troy
Sponsor: Giddings, Helen
Relating to methods of delivery used by the secretary of state. House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on Major State Calendar
SB 1780 81-0 (2009) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to political party precinct conventions. Senate: State Affairs Reported favorably as substituted
SB 1867 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Sponsor: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to procedures related to the placement of a voter on the suspense list. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 2072 81-0 (2009) Author: Duncan, Robert
Sponsor: Berman, Leo
Relating to contracting with the secretary of state for the filing of personal financial statements by officers and employees of certain counties. House: County Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 2074 81-0 (2009) Author: Duncan, Robert Relating to the delivery of proposed state agency rules to the lieutenant governor, a member of the legislature, or a legislative agency. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
SB 2429 81-0 (2009) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the appraisal of property for ad valorem tax purposes. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance
HB 17 80-0 (2007) Author: Corte, Jr., Frank | et. al. Relating to the establishment of a pilot program to provide a ballot by electronic mail to military personnel serving overseas. House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations Laid on the table subject to call
HB 123 80-0 (2007) Author: Peña, Aaron Relating to the use of direct recording electronic voting machines. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 186 80-0 (2007) Author: Hochberg, Scott Relating to information provided to a voter who is not accepted for voting. House: Elections Considered in Calendars
HB 243 80-0 (2007) Author: Alonzo, Roberto Relating to allowing certain early voting polling places to serve as election day polling places. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 245 80-0 (2007) Author: Alonzo, Roberto Relating to the registration of voters at a polling place and related procedures. House: Elections Referred to Elections
HB 994 80-0 (2007) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to requiring public high school students to assist in the conduct of elections. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1921 80-0 (2007) Author: Keffer, Jim
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the use of certain devices in a polling place. House: Elections
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 2035 80-0 (2007) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to prohibited deceptive or disenfranchising practices regarding an election; providing criminal penalties. House: Elections Left pending in committee


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