Texas HB1263 amends voter registration laws to require proof of U.S. citizenship for applicants.

Texas HB1263 amends the Election Code to require applicants for voter registration to submit proof of U.S. citizenship. Acceptable documents include an unexpired passport, a certified copy of a birth certificate, or U.S. citizenship papers. If an application lacks proof of citizenship, the registrar must reject it and notify the secretary of state. The secretary of state will then verify the applicant's citizenship status with the Department of Public Safety. If citizenship is verified, the registrar is notified; if not, the applicant must provide proof within 60 days.

Texas HB1263 amends voter registration laws to require proof of U.S. citizenship for applicants.

Texas HB1263 amends the Election Code to require applicants for voter registration to submit proof of U.S. citizenship. Acceptable documents include an unexpired passport, a certified copy of a birth certificate, or U.S. citizenship papers. If an application lacks proof of citizenship, the registrar must reject it and notify the secretary of state. The secretary of state will then verify the applicant's citizenship status with the Department of Public Safety. If citizenship is verified, the registrar is notified; if not, the applicant must provide proof within 60 days.