The bill amends Section 87.002 of the Election Code to establish new deadlines for the appointment of members to the early voting ballot board. Specifically, it introduces two new subsections, (c-1) and (c-2). Subsection (c-1) mandates that county chairs must submit a list of eligible persons to serve on the early voting ballot board by June 30 for counties with populations over 500,000, and by July 31 for counties with populations of 500,000 or less. Subsection (c-2) requires the county election board to appoint the members of the early voting ballot board by August 15 each year.

This legislation aims to streamline the process of appointing members to the early voting ballot board, ensuring that the necessary personnel are in place well ahead of the general elections for state and county officers. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Election Code 87.002 (Election Code 87)