Texas HB509 prohibits entities from restricting voter registration and political messaging at residential units.

Texas HB509 amends the Election Code to prevent political subdivisions, property owners' associations, homeowners' associations, and property managers from banning activities like knocking on doors, ringing doorbells, or leaving written communications for voter registration or political messaging. These entities can only enforce reasonable time, place, or manner restrictions. Peace officers and private parties cannot stop these activities unless they reasonably believe a threat exists. The law takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB509 prohibits entities from restricting voter registration and political messaging at residential units.

Texas HB509 amends the Election Code to prevent political subdivisions, property owners' associations, homeowners' associations, and property managers from banning activities like knocking on doors, ringing doorbells, or leaving written communications for voter registration or political messaging. These entities can only enforce reasonable time, place, or manner restrictions. Peace officers and private parties cannot stop these activities unless they reasonably believe a threat exists. The law takes effect September 1, 2025.