The bill amends the Election Code to establish new eligibility criteria for individuals seeking to serve as volunteer deputy registrars in Texas. Key changes include the addition of a requirement that candidates must not have been finally convicted of an offense under Section 32.51 of the Penal Code, or any offense committed during the actual discharge of their duties as a volunteer deputy registrar. Furthermore, individuals currently charged with a felony or such offenses at the time of their appointment will also be ineligible.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the conditions under which an appointment as a volunteer deputy registrar can be terminated. Appointments will now end upon the expiration of the volunteer's term, upon final conviction for specific offenses, or if the volunteer is charged with an offense allegedly committed while performing their duties. These amendments aim to enhance the integrity of the voter registration process by ensuring that only qualified individuals can serve in this capacity. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Election Code 13.031 (Election Code 13)
House Committee Report: Election Code 13.031, Election Code 13.036 (Election Code 13)