Texas SB2877 increases penalties for election fraud, classifying certain offenses as felonies.

Texas SB2877 amends the Election Code to increase penalties for election fraud. The bill classifies certain election fraud offenses as felonies of the second degree. These offenses include influencing another's vote, casting multiple votes, and discarding a ballot without consent. The bill also specifies that if the offense is committed by an elected official, it is a first-degree felony. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas SB2877 increases penalties for election fraud, classifying certain offenses as felonies.

Texas SB2877 amends the Election Code to increase penalties for election fraud. The bill classifies certain election fraud offenses as felonies of the second degree. These offenses include influencing another's vote, casting multiple votes, and discarding a ballot without consent. The bill also specifies that if the offense is committed by an elected official, it is a first-degree felony. The changes apply to offenses committed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.