Bill > HB2990

This bill eliminates the countywide polling place program in Texas by removing references to this program from the Election Code. Specifically, the bill modifies several sections of the Election Code to remove provisions related to countywide polling places, including restrictions on electronic voting devices, limitations on student election clerks, and other program-specific regulations. The bill repeals Sections 32.002(c-1), 43.004(c), 43.007, and 85.062(f-1), which were previously associated with the countywide polling place program. However, the bill explicitly clarifies that it does not impact early voting locations or prevent voters from casting ballots at branch polling places within the territory served by the early voting clerk. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025, giving election officials time to adjust their procedures. The goal appears to be standardizing polling place operations and potentially simplifying election administration by removing the special provisions for countywide polling places.

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