Relating to assisting a voter at an early voting polling place.
HB 2804 amends Texas Election Code Section 85.035 to clarify that voters requesting assistance preparing their early voting ballots at polling places may be helped by a single election officer. The bill directly affects voters who need help with ballot preparation during early voting. It specifies that this assistance must be provided in the same manner as previously outlined, ensuring consistent support for voters requiring help. The change takes effect September 1, 2025.
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 19, 2025
Last action Mar 19, 2025
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Mar 19, 2025
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Mar 19, 2025
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Richard Hayes
RRepublican
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