The bill currently boasts 69 authors, seven short of the 76-vote threshold for passage in the House of Representatives.
Texas Republicans
Texans Testify on Election Integrity Bill in Marathon House Hearing
House Bill 6 is “not Jim Crow 2.0, it’s Election Accountability 2.0,” says a Democrat supporter of the Republican legislation.
Texas Senate Passes Priority Election Integrity Bill
Senate Bill 7 now moves to the Texas House for consideration.
Conservative Activists Tired of Being ‘Deprioritized’ in Committee Hearings
One thing is certain: The process as it stands today makes it very difficult for average Texans to fully participate in the legislative process.
Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Ban Bill Receives Hearing in House
Last session, the bill was ultimately voted down. This year, supporters are hopeful for a different outcome.
Top-Priority Election Bill Set for Public Hearing in House Committee
Texans can register Thursday to testify on House Bill 6 in person or submit written testimony online.
Halfway Through Session, What Has Happened and Where We Stand
Thus far, bills related to ERCOT reform and utility protection related to the winter storm have consumed much of the oxygen in the legislature.
GOP-Priority Bills to Deter Election Fraud Advance in Texas Legislature
“Every legal vote should count; every illegal vote should not count.”
Which Chairmen Will Be Responsible for GOP Legislative Priorities?
A breakdown of the committees and potential prospects for GOP priorities moving forward.
Texas Lawmakers File Major Election Integrity Bills
Election integrity is a top legislative priority for the Texas GOP and the only one also designated an emergency item by Gov. Abbott.