The bill proposes significant changes to voter registration procedures in Texas, specifically mandating the cancellation of all voter registrations on January 1 of each year immediately following a presidential election. This new requirement is outlined in the newly added Section 16.040, which states that such cancellations cannot be challenged or reinstated, and individuals wishing to register again must submit a new application. Additionally, the bill amends existing sections of the Election Code to align with this new cancellation policy, including changes to the validity period of voter registration certificates and the timing of confirmation notices for voters on the suspense list.

Other amendments include adjustments to the effective dates of voter registration certificates and the processes for issuing renewal certificates. For instance, the bill modifies the expiration of initial certificates to align with gubernatorial elections rather than odd-numbered years. It also clarifies that the right to challenge a cancellation does not apply to those whose registrations are canceled under the new presidential election provision. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will only apply to voter registration certificates for which applications are received after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Election Code 13.142, Election Code 14.001, Election Code 14.023, Election Code 16.032, Subchapter B, Chapter , Election Code 15.022, Election Code 16.061 (Election Code 16, Election Code 13, Election Code 14, Subchapter B, Chapter , Election Code 15)