The bill, S.B. No. 827, proposes amendments to the Election Code of Texas, specifically focusing on the audit process for elections that utilize electronic voting systems. The heading of Section 127.201 is revised to change the terminology from "PARTIAL COUNT" to "ELECTION AUDIT," indicating a shift towards a more comprehensive approach to auditing electronic voting. Additionally, the phrase "OF ELECTRONIC VOTING SYSTEM BALLOTS BY GENERAL CUSTODIAN" is removed, streamlining the language used in the section.

This legislation is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and aims to enhance the integrity and transparency of the electoral process by clarifying the procedures for auditing electronic votes. The changes reflect a legislative intent to ensure that election audits are thorough and clearly defined, thereby potentially increasing public confidence in the electoral system.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Election Code 127.201 (Election Code 127)