H.B. No. 5101 proposes significant changes to the voter registration process in Texas, specifically mandating the cancellation of all voter registrations on November 30 following each presidential election. The bill amends various sections of the Election Code to implement this requirement, including Section 16.040, which establishes that such cancellations cannot be challenged or reinstated. Additionally, it stipulates that individuals wishing to register to vote after a cancellation must submit a new application under Chapter 13. The bill also introduces a civil penalty for registrars who fail to perform their duties related to voter registration in a timely manner, with penalties reaching up to $5,000 for each failure.

The bill makes several amendments to existing legal language, including changes to the expiration date of voter registration certificates and the procedures for notifying voters about their registration status. Notably, it removes the previous requirement for renewal certificates and clarifies the responsibilities of registrars in maintaining accurate voter lists. The changes are set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and are intended to streamline voter registration and maintenance procedures while ensuring compliance with the new cancellation policy.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Election Code 13.142, Election Code 15.002, Election Code 15.005, Election Code 15.052, Election Code 15.081, Election Code 62.114, Election Code 15.022, Election Code 16.061 (Election Code 13, Election Code 62, Election Code 15, Election Code 16)