H.B. No. 392 amends the Election Code by adding a new subsection to Section 13.073, which pertains to the rejection of voter registration applications. The new language requires that when a registrar provides a written or oral reason for rejecting an application, they must specify which section or sections of the application led to the rejection. Furthermore, for each identified section, the registrar is obligated to clarify whether the section was incomplete, improperly filled out, or contained information that deemed the applicant ineligible to vote.

This bill aims to enhance transparency in the voter registration process by ensuring that applicants receive clear and detailed explanations for any rejections. The provisions outlined in the bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, allowing time for implementation and adjustment to the new requirements.

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Introduced: Election Code 13.073 (Election Code 13)