Texas SB2494 amends voter acceptance procedures and identification requirements in the Election Code.

Texas SB2494 modifies the Election Code to change how voters are accepted at polling places. Voters must present photo identification or other specified identification accompanied by a declaration of reasonable impediment. Election officers must indicate acceptance on the voter list and affix the voter's registration number to the impediment declaration. The secretary of state can create combined forms for voter acceptance and provide translated materials for certain voter forms. The bill repeals specific sections and takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB2494 amends voter acceptance procedures and identification requirements in the Election Code.

Texas SB2494 modifies the Election Code to change how voters are accepted at polling places. Voters must present photo identification or other specified identification accompanied by a declaration of reasonable impediment. Election officers must indicate acceptance on the voter list and affix the voter's registration number to the impediment declaration. The secretary of state can create combined forms for voter acceptance and provide translated materials for certain voter forms. The bill repeals specific sections and takes effect September 1, 2025.