Texas HB989 establishes a process for addressing election irregularities and imposes civil penalties.

Texas HB989 amends the Election Code to create a process for addressing election irregularities. Eligible individuals, including candidates and political party officials, can request explanations from county clerks regarding irregularities. If unsatisfied, they can request an audit by the secretary of state. The secretary of state can assess a $500 civil penalty for unremedied violations and publish a record of penalized authorities. The attorney general can recover unpaid penalties. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB989 establishes a process for addressing election irregularities and imposes civil penalties.

Texas HB989 amends the Election Code to create a process for addressing election irregularities. Eligible individuals, including candidates and political party officials, can request explanations from county clerks regarding irregularities. If unsatisfied, they can request an audit by the secretary of state. The secretary of state can assess a $500 civil penalty for unremedied violations and publish a record of penalized authorities. The attorney general can recover unpaid penalties. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.