Texas HB695 amends the Election Code to allow electioneering outside polling places and early voting locations, with restrictions on political signs.

Texas HB695 amends the Election Code to require the Secretary of State to adopt rules permitting individuals electioneering outside of polling places and early voting locations to use building facilities like bathrooms. These individuals must remove or cover political logos and messaging before entering the restricted areas and may not bring political signs or literature inside. The rules must also include any other requirements deemed necessary by the Secretary of State to ensure compliance with these provisions. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB695 amends the Election Code to allow electioneering outside polling places and early voting locations, with restrictions on political signs.

Texas HB695 amends the Election Code to require the Secretary of State to adopt rules permitting individuals electioneering outside of polling places and early voting locations to use building facilities like bathrooms. These individuals must remove or cover political logos and messaging before entering the restricted areas and may not bring political signs or literature inside. The rules must also include any other requirements deemed necessary by the Secretary of State to ensure compliance with these provisions. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025.