Texas HB1235 amends the Election Code to allow volunteer deputy registrars to distribute and receive mail-in ballot applications.

Texas HB1235 amends the Texas Election Code to allow volunteer deputy registrars to distribute and receive applications for mail-in ballots. Volunteer deputy registrars can maintain and furnish official application forms to voters throughout the county. Voters can submit mail-in ballot applications to volunteer deputy registrars, who must then deliver them to the voter registrar. The bill also outlines procedures for the timely delivery of these applications and penalties for failure to comply. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB1235 amends the Election Code to allow volunteer deputy registrars to distribute and receive mail-in ballot applications.

Texas HB1235 amends the Texas Election Code to allow volunteer deputy registrars to distribute and receive applications for mail-in ballots. Volunteer deputy registrars can maintain and furnish official application forms to voters throughout the county. Voters can submit mail-in ballot applications to volunteer deputy registrars, who must then deliver them to the voter registrar. The bill also outlines procedures for the timely delivery of these applications and penalties for failure to comply. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.