The bill, H.B. No. 311, proposes the implementation of electronic voter registration in Texas. It mandates the Secretary of State to collaborate with the Department of Public Safety and the Department of Information Resources to create a program that allows individuals to complete voter registration applications online through the state's official website. The bill outlines specific requirements for applicants, including those with and without an unexpired driver's license or personal identification card issued in Texas. For those with a valid ID, they must attest to the truth of the information provided and consent to the use of their signature for voter registration. Conversely, applicants without a valid ID must digitally sign their application before submission.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that a digital copy of the applicant's signature must be obtained from the Department of Public Safety for applications submitted by those with a valid ID. It also establishes that a digital signature, as defined by the Secretary of State's rules, will fulfill the signature requirement for voter registration. The Secretary of State is tasked with adopting necessary rules to ensure the security and integrity of electronically submitted applications, including providing information about related offenses on the registration website. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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