Bill > HB611

This bill establishes a comprehensive electronic voter registration program in Texas that requires the secretary of state to create an online voter registration system accessible through official state websites. The program will allow individuals to register to vote electronically, with different procedures depending on whether they have a state-issued driver's license or personal identification card. For those with a valid ID, applicants must digitally attest to the truthfulness of their information and consent to using their existing government ID signature for registration. Applicants without a state ID must print, sign, and mail a registration form after completing the online application. The bill mandates robust security measures to ensure application accuracy and integrity, including using the state electronic portal to authenticate applicants' identities. Additionally, the online registration platform must prominently display information about potential voter registration fraud. The electronic voter registration system will be treated legally the same as a mail-in registration, and the secretary of state is required to develop specific rules for implementing this new registration method. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, providing ample time for system development and implementation.

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