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HB 3916

Relating to the posting of certain election declarations on the Internet website of the governmental entity holding the election.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Mihaela Pleșa

Texas bill requiring election officials to post specified election declarations on government websites to increase public access and transparency.

Referred to Elections
#elections--administration(i0277) #elections--candidates(i0280) #elections--general(i0310) #internet(s0130)
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Bill Summary · HB 3916

Legislative bill overview

HB 3916 requires governmental entities conducting elections in Texas to post certain election declarations on their publicly accessible internet websites. The bill establishes a digital transparency requirement for election-related official declarations, making them readily available to voters and the public online rather than limiting access to physical locations or traditional notice methods.

Why is this important

Election transparency and voter access to official information are fundamental to public confidence in electoral processes. By mandating online posting of election declarations, the bill aims to modernize how election information is disseminated and ensure broader public access, particularly for voters with limited mobility or those unable to visit government offices during business hours.

Potential points of contention

  • Defining "certain election declarations": The bill's language doesn't specify which declarations must be posted, creating ambiguity about scope and potentially different implementation across jurisdictions
  • Resource burden on small jurisdictions: Rural or under-resourced election offices may face compliance costs for website maintenance and technical requirements
  • Cybersecurity and data integrity concerns: Posting election-related documents online raises questions about document authentication, preventing tampering, and maintaining official record integrity in digital formats

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

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