The bill, H.B. No. 314, mandates that individuals convicted of a felony receive written notice regarding their potential eligibility to register to vote upon discharge from community supervision or completion of their sentence. Specifically, it introduces Article 42A.703 to the Code of Criminal Procedure, requiring judges to inform defendants placed on community supervision that they may be eligible to register under Section 13.001 of the Election Code. Additionally, it adds Section 493.037 to the Government Code, which obligates the department to notify offenders who complete their sentences, including parole or mandatory supervision, about their voter registration eligibility.

The provisions of this bill apply only to individuals who fully discharge their sentences, including any terms of incarceration, parole, or supervision, or complete a period of probation ordered by a court after the bill's effective date. The bill is set to take effect on the 91st day following the conclusion of the legislative session.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Chapter , Government Code 13.001 (Chapter , Government Code 13)