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HB 2990

Relating to elimination of the countywide polling place program.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by David Lowe and 1 co-sponsor

HB 2990 eliminates Texas's countywide polling program, requiring voters to cast ballots only at designated precincts instead of any county location, affecting voter accessibility and election administration.

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Bill Summary · HB 2990

Legislative bill overview

HB 2990 would eliminate Texas's countywide polling place program, which currently allows voters to cast ballots at any polling location within their county rather than only at their designated precinct location. The bill represents a return to stricter precinct-based voting locations. The measure was introduced in March 2025 and is currently under review by the Elections Committee.

Why is this important

The countywide polling place program affects voter accessibility and convenience, particularly for voters with inflexible schedules, transportation challenges, or those who move within a county before an election. Eliminating it could increase barriers to voting for some populations while potentially reducing administrative costs and complexity for election officials. The change could have measurable effects on voter turnout depending on the affected population.

Potential points of contention

  • Voter accessibility vs. cost efficiency: Opponents argue the change reduces convenience and may suppress turnout among working families and those with limited mobility, while supporters contend it streamlines election administration and reduces costs
  • Geographic equity: Rural voters may face longer travel distances to single precincts compared to urban voters with more precinct options, raising questions about equal access
  • Election security perspective: Proponents may argue precinct-specific voting improves chain-of-custody management, while critics counter that modern systems handle countywide voting securely

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

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