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SB 2309

Relating to election integrity and security of ballot boxes, including by preventing fraud in the conduct of elections in this state; authorizing a penalty.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Bryan Hughes and 1 co-sponsor

SB 2309 establishes ballot box security measures and fraud penalties to enhance Texas election integrity, advancing through committee review in May 2025.

Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
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Bill Summary · SB 2309

Legislative bill overview

SB 2309 addresses election integrity by establishing security measures for ballot boxes and implementing penalties for electoral fraud in Texas. The bill was recently advanced through the Elections Committee and received a favorable report without amendments as of May 22, 2025.

Why is this important

Election security measures directly affect voter confidence in electoral outcomes and the integrity of democratic processes. Ballot box security and fraud prevention mechanisms can significantly impact how elections are conducted and monitored across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition and scope of fraud: How the bill defines fraud and which specific practices it targets could either broaden protections broadly or narrowly focus on particular concerns, with disagreement likely on whether definitions match actual documented risks.
  • Ballot box access and chain of custody: New security requirements may increase operational costs for election administrators and potentially create logistical challenges, particularly in rural or under-resourced counties.
  • Penalty structure and enforcement: The authorization of penalties raises questions about severity levels, who enforces violations, and whether penalties apply equally to election officials, poll workers, and voters—potentially creating fairness concerns.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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