H.B. No. 2990 proposes the elimination of the countywide polling place program in Texas. The bill amends Sections 31.014 and 32.0511 of the Election Code, removing references to the countywide polling place program and limiting the number of student election clerks at polling places. Specifically, it deletes the requirement for electronic voting devices to comply with standards related to the countywide polling place program and repeals several sections of the Election Code that pertain to this program.

Additionally, the bill mandates that electronic voting devices must produce specific data and time-stamps for voter acceptance, ensuring compliance with updated standards. It clarifies that the changes will not affect early voting locations or a voter's ability to cast a ballot at any branch polling place served by the early voting clerk. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Election Code 31.014, Election Code 32.0511 (Election Code 31, Election Code 32)