Bill > SB2217

This bill modifies several aspects of the Texas Election Code to improve election practices and procedures. The bill changes voter registration rules to allow immediate registration updates within the same county, and requires electronic voting devices to produce more detailed reports, including voter lists, time stamps, and precinct information, while maintaining voter privacy. It clarifies voting procedures for voters who have changed residence within a county, allowing them to vote in their current precinct and requiring them to submit a statement and address change request. The bill also introduces new requirements for post-election reconciliation, mandating that election record custodians prepare detailed reports comparing the number of votes cast with the number of voters accepted at each polling place within 30 days of an election. Additionally, the bill defines a "central accumulator" as part of a voting system that consolidates vote totals and requires election systems using central accumulators to generate comprehensive reports about votes received at each polling place, with full implementation set for September 1, 2026. These changes aim to enhance transparency, accuracy, and efficiency in the election process while protecting voter privacy.

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