Bill > HB1489

This bill adds a new section to the Texas Election Code that prohibits state or local government officers and employees from distributing voter registration application forms to people who have not specifically requested them. The law creates a criminal offense for such actions, which would be classified as a Class A misdemeanor. Government officials are banned from both directly distributing unrequested voter registration forms and from using public funds to help other entities distribute such forms. However, political parties and candidates are explicitly exempted from this restriction and can continue to distribute voter registration forms to people who have not requested them. The provision is designed to limit unsolicited voter registration efforts by government employees, with potential legal consequences for violations. The new law is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, giving government entities time to adjust their practices and understand the new restrictions.

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