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HB 3867

Relating to voting a statewide ballot, or voting a limited ballot following the change of the county of residence by a voter.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Erin Zwiener

HB 3867 establishes voting procedures allowing Texas residents who change counties to cast statewide or limited ballots matching their new residence before election deadlines.

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Bill Summary · HB 3867

Legislative bill overview

HB 3867 addresses voting procedures for Texas residents who change counties before an election. The bill establishes rules allowing voters who relocate within Texas to cast either a statewide ballot or a limited ballot reflecting their new county of residence, depending on timing and circumstances of the move.

Why is this important

Voter eligibility and ballot scope directly affect election administration and participation. This bill clarifies which ballot a relocated voter should receive, reducing confusion at polling places and potential disputes over ballot validity. The rules matter because voting in the wrong county's races—or vice versa—can create legal complications and undermine accurate representation.

Potential points of contention

  • Timing of county changes: The bill's specific deadlines for when voters must re-register or receive modified ballots may create gray areas for those moving very close to Election Day, potentially disadvantaging last-minute relocations.
  • Limited ballot scope: Defining which races qualify as "statewide" versus "county-specific" requires clear jurisdictional boundaries; disputes may arise over special districts, multi-county offices, or regional ballot measures.
  • Administrative burden: Election officials in both origin and destination counties must coordinate to ensure proper ballot issuance, creating potential for clerical errors or system failures if procedures aren't tightly defined.

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

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