Signed Into Law
Signed June 20, 2025Effective 2025-09-01
SB1862

Regular Session

Relating to interstate notification by the voter registrar of certain applicants for voter registration.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SB1862

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What does Texas SB1862 do?

SB1862 mandates that Texas election systems actively capture and report the "City and County" of previous residence for new voters to facilitate interstate roll maintenance. While the statutory duty lies with the Secretary of State and County Registrars, the operational burden falls on Election Technology Vendors to upgrade database architectures and Civic Organizations to adjust intake protocols by September 1, 2025.

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Who authored SB1862?

SB1862 was authored by Texas Senator Bryan Hughes during the Regular Session.

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When was SB1862 signed into law?

SB1862 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.

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Which agencies enforce SB1862?

SB1862 is enforced by County Voter Registrars and Texas Secretary of State.

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How significant are the changes in SB1862?

The regulatory priority for SB1862 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.

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What is the cost impact of SB1862?

The cost impact of SB1862 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.

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What topics does SB1862 address?

SB1862 addresses topics including elections, elections--administration, elections--registration & suffrage and secretary of state.

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What are the key dates for SB1862?

Key dates for SB1862: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.

Legislative data provided by LegiScanLast updated: January 11, 2026