Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB3909 narrows the prohibition on wireless device usage at polling sites from a 100-foot radius to the specific "room" where voting occurs, effective September 1, 2025. This change reduces operational interference for businesses hosting polling places but requires facility managers to coordinate strictly with election judges regarding signage and physical room delineation.
Rep. Hillary Hickland·House Bill·Regular Session
Presiding Election Judges • Secretary of State
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
Facility Use Agreements: If you lease space to the County for elections, amend your agreement for the November 2025 cycle.
HR Policy Updates: Update "Time Off to Vote" guidance.
Documentation: No new statutory filings are required.
None: There are no new fees or direct costs associated with this legislation.
Definition of "Room" in Open-Plan Facilities:
The statute restricts device use in the "room in which voting is taking place." This creates ambiguity for facilities like hotel ballrooms, gymnasiums, or community centers using temporary partitions.
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Common questions about HB3909
HB3909 narrows the prohibition on wireless device usage at polling sites from a 100-foot radius to the specific "room" where voting occurs, effective September 1, 2025. This change reduces operational interference for businesses hosting polling places but requires facility managers to coordinate strictly with election judges regarding signage and physical room delineation.
HB3909 was authored by Texas Representative Hillary Hickland during the Regular Session.
HB3909 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
HB3909 is enforced by Presiding Election Judges and Secretary of State.
The regulatory priority for HB3909 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB3909 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
HB3909 addresses topics including elections, elections--administration, elections--general, electronic equipment and email & electronic communications.
Key dates for HB3909: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Rulemaking: Issue directive/requirements to presiding judges regarding the mandatory posting of wireless prohibition notices. (Prior to 2025-09-01). Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
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