Allows individuals turning 18 by the general election to vote in the preceding primary elections.

This bill amends the Texas Election Code to allow individuals who will be 18 years old by the date of the general election for state and county officers to vote in the preceding primary elections. The bill specifies that these individuals must meet all voter eligibility requirements except for age. The Secretary of State will establish procedures to implement this change. The bill takes effect upon the approval of a related constitutional amendment.

Allows individuals turning 18 by the general election to vote in the preceding primary elections.

This bill amends the Texas Election Code to allow individuals who will be 18 years old by the date of the general election for state and county officers to vote in the preceding primary elections. The bill specifies that these individuals must meet all voter eligibility requirements except for age. The Secretary of State will establish procedures to implement this change. The bill takes effect upon the approval of a related constitutional amendment.