H.B. No. 2259 amends the Election Code by adding Section 84.0112, which mandates the secretary of state to prescribe specific instructions for the official application form for early voting ballots. These instructions must be printed on a single 8-1/2 by 11-inch piece of paper in portrait orientation, using either Calibri or Aptos font at a minimum size of 12-point or the largest size that fits on the page. Additionally, the instructions must include bold print as deemed necessary by the secretary to effectively relate the instructions to corresponding items on the application.

Furthermore, the bill requires that the instructions be provided in multiple languages that reflect the demographic composition of Texas, ensuring accessibility for all voters. This legislation is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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