The bill, H.B. No. 392, amends Section 13.073 of the Election Code to enhance the transparency of the voter registration application rejection process. It introduces a new subsection (d) that mandates registrars to provide a clear written or oral explanation for any rejection of a voter registration application. Specifically, the registrar must identify the section or sections of the application that led to the rejection and specify whether the issue was due to incompleteness, improper completion, or the presence of information indicating the applicant's ineligibility to vote.

This legislative change aims to ensure that applicants receive detailed feedback on their registration status, potentially allowing them to correct any issues and reapply. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Election Code 13.073 (Election Code 13)
House Committee Report: Election Code 13.073 (Election Code 13)