Texas SB2950 creates a civil penalty for unlawful vote harvesting, allowing harmed candidates to seek damages and punitive damages.

Texas SB2950 amends the Election Code to establish civil liability for unlawful vote harvesting. A person committing an offense under Section 276.015 is liable for damages to any candidate harmed by the vote harvesting services. Harmed candidates can recover compensation paid for the services, the fair market value of benefits exchanged, a penalty of $25,000 per affected vote, and reasonable legal fees. If the number of contacted voters exceeds the margin by which the candidate lost, punitive damages are also recoverable. The cause of action is cumulative and not subject to expedited actions.

Texas SB2950 creates a civil penalty for unlawful vote harvesting, allowing harmed candidates to seek damages and punitive damages.

Texas SB2950 amends the Election Code to establish civil liability for unlawful vote harvesting. A person committing an offense under Section 276.015 is liable for damages to any candidate harmed by the vote harvesting services. Harmed candidates can recover compensation paid for the services, the fair market value of benefits exchanged, a penalty of $25,000 per affected vote, and reasonable legal fees. If the number of contacted voters exceeds the margin by which the candidate lost, punitive damages are also recoverable. The cause of action is cumulative and not subject to expedited actions.