Texas SB2057 requires proof of citizenship for voter registration and creates criminal offenses for non-compliance.

Texas SB2057 amends the Election Code to require individuals to submit proof of citizenship when registering to vote. Acceptable documents include a U.S. passport, birth certificate, U.S. citizenship papers, or identification from a U.S. immigration agency. The bill also mandates that registrars verify citizenship status using available resources and databases. Failure to verify citizenship or registering a non-citizen can result in criminal charges. The bill establishes a limited federal ballot for individuals whose citizenship cannot be verified.

Texas SB2057 requires proof of citizenship for voter registration and creates criminal offenses for non-compliance.

Texas SB2057 amends the Election Code to require individuals to submit proof of citizenship when registering to vote. Acceptable documents include a U.S. passport, birth certificate, U.S. citizenship papers, or identification from a U.S. immigration agency. The bill also mandates that registrars verify citizenship status using available resources and databases. Failure to verify citizenship or registering a non-citizen can result in criminal charges. The bill establishes a limited federal ballot for individuals whose citizenship cannot be verified.