The Election Accuracy, Transparency, and Accountability Act aims to strengthen election integrity and security in Texas through a series of new measures. Key provisions include a nine-day early voting period, the requirement for polling places to be situated in secure public buildings, and restrictions on voting from motor vehicles unless specific conditions are met. The bill mandates that ballot printing services be sourced from Texas-based printers and establishes strict chain of custody procedures for ballots, including detailed documentation. Additionally, it introduces penalties for election administrators who fail to comply with these regulations, including potential removal from their positions and the possibility of re-conducting elections.

The legislation also amends the Election Code to enhance transparency and accountability in the election process. It requires video recordings of all election activities to be made publicly accessible and mandates that all counting be conducted by bipartisan teams. The bill includes provisions for handling misprinted ballots, stipulates that mail-in ballots must be transported unopened to precincts, and emphasizes the importance of accurate poll lists. It repeals certain sections of the Election Code related to early voting and modifies regulations regarding electronic devices at polling places. The bill introduces penalties for public officials who unlawfully alter election procedures and is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Chapter of the Texas Election Code 1.02, Chapter , Election Code 1.09, Election Code 1.10, The following provisions of the Election Code 1.12 (The following provisions of the Election Code 1, Chapter of the Texas Election Code 1, Election Code 1, Chapter , Election Code 1)