Bill > HB1159

This bill requires county commissioners courts to establish a polling place on the main campus of certain large public universities, specifically those with at least 8,000 enrolled students. The legislation amends the Texas Election Code by adding a new section that mandates these campus polling places must be open during the same hours as the main early voting location and on election day. This means students at qualifying general academic teaching institutions (as defined in the Education Code) will have a convenient voting location directly on their campus, potentially increasing voter accessibility and participation among college students. The new law is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, giving local election officials time to prepare for implementation. By creating dedicated on-campus polling places, the bill aims to make voting more convenient for students by eliminating potential transportation barriers and providing a voting location within their immediate campus environment.

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