HB 2502 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to software installed in certain voting system equipment.

HB 2502 requires that voting system software in Texas must track all user inputs and activities, create a permanent record of that tracking, and cannot be disabled. This law directly affects voting equipment manufacturers and election officials responsible for approving and maintaining voting systems. The bill mandates these specific software requirements for all electronic voting equipment used in elections held on or after September 1, 2025. It focuses on ensuring transparent, verifiable operation of voting systems without adding new election procedures or administrative burdens.
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 17, 2025 Last action Mar 17, 2025
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Mark Dorazio
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