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TX SB1430
TX SB1430Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions and to related procedures and provisions.
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Introduced
03/10/2021
03/10/2021
In Committee
05/20/2021
05/20/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2021
05/31/2021
Introduced Session
87th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to requirements for certain petitions requesting an election and ballot propositions and to related procedures and provisions.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Texas Election Code to establish new requirements and procedures related to petitions requesting elections and ballot propositions. Specifically, it requires that ballot propositions must be worded in a clear and neutral manner so as not to mislead voters. The bill also creates a process for the Secretary of State to review proposed ballot language and allows for court-ordered changes to address defects. Additionally, the bill prohibits restrictions on who may collect petition signatures and requires cities to determine the validity of petitions within 30 days. The bill also amends related provisions in the Local Government Code regarding municipal charter amendments.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Not again placed on intent calendar (on 05/24/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=87R&Bill=SB1430 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/billtext/html/SB01430S.htm |
| Bill | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/billtext/pdf/SB01430S.pdf |
| Analysis (Senate Committee Report) | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/analysis/html/SB01430S.htm |
| Fiscal Note (Senate Committee Report) | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/fiscalnotes/html/SB01430S.htm |
| Fiscal Note (Introduced) | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/fiscalnotes/html/SB01430I.htm |
| Analysis (Introduced) | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/analysis/html/SB01430I.htm |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/billtext/html/SB01430I.htm |
| Bill | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/87R/billtext/pdf/SB01430I.pdf |
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