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TX HB16
TX HB16Relating to processes to address election irregularities; providing a civil penalty.
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Introduced
09/08/2021
09/08/2021
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
10/19/2021
10/19/2021
Introduced Session
87th Legislature 3rd Special Session
Bill Summary
Relating to processes to address election irregularities; providing a civil penalty.
AI Summary
This bill creates two new chapters in the Texas Election Code. Chapter 280 establishes a process for individuals who participated in an election, such as candidates or political party officials, to request explanations and supporting documentation from county clerks regarding potential election irregularities. If unsatisfied with the county clerk's response, they can request an audit by the Secretary of State, who may assess civil penalties on the county clerk for unresolved violations. Chapter 281 requires county clerks to appoint election review advisory committees to review the results of the 2020 general election for state and county offices, including randomly selecting precincts and early voting locations for a detailed audit. The Secretary of State must report the results of these reviews to state leadership.
Sponsors (14)
Doc Anderson (R)*,
Briscoe Cain (R)*,
Steve Toth (R)*,
Terry Wilson (R)*,
Keith Bell (R),
Cody Harris (R),
Cole Hefner (R),
Phil King (R),
Jared Patterson (R),
Dennis Paul (R),
Shelby Slawson (R),
Valoree Swanson (R),
Cody Vasut (R),
James White (R),
Last Action
Filed (on 09/08/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=873&Bill=HB16 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/873/billtext/html/HB00016I.htm |
| Bill | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/873/billtext/pdf/HB00016I.pdf |
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