SJR 9 Texas Senate · 89th Legislature (2025)

Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing certain persons under the age of 18 to vote in a primary election.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to allow certain 17-year-olds to vote in Texas primary elections. Specifically, it would authorize voting by individuals who will turn 18 by the date of the next general election for state and county offices, while still requiring them to meet all other standard voting eligibility requirements. The amendment would be submitted to voters in the November 2025 election. This change directly affects 17-year-olds who qualify under the age provision, without altering voting eligibility for those 18 or older.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Nov 2024
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Introduced Nov 12, 2024 Last action Feb 3, 2025
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Feb 3, 2025
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Judith Zaffirini
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