Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
SB510 empowers the Secretary of State (SOS) to withhold Chapter 19 and Section 31. 009 funding from county voter registrars who fail to timely perform voter roll maintenance duties. While the statute regulates public officials, government contractors and election service vendors face significant accounts receivable risk, as these withheld funds are the primary revenue source for election technology, printing, and administration contracts.
Sen. Paul Bettencourt·Senate Bill·Regular Session
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
Critical Action: Review all Master Service Agreements (MSAs) with County Election Departments.
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Common questions about SB510
SB510 empowers the Secretary of State (SOS) to withhold Chapter 19 and Section 31. 009 funding from county voter registrars who fail to timely perform voter roll maintenance duties. While the statute regulates public officials, government contractors and election service vendors face significant accounts receivable risk, as these withheld funds are the primary revenue source for election technology, printing, and administration contracts.
SB510 was authored by Texas Senator Paul Bettencourt during the Regular Session.
SB510 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
SB510 is enforced by Secretary of State.
The regulatory priority for SB510 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of SB510 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
SB510 addresses topics including elections, elections--administration, elections--election officers, elections--registration & suffrage and secretary of state.
Key dates for SB510: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Rulemaking: Prescribe rules for the administration of Section 12.007 regarding the withholding of funds. (Not specified (implied prior to 2025-09-01)). Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
SB510 establishes the following penalties: administrative penalty of Withholding of state funds distributed under Chapter 19 or Section 31.009 for Failure by a voter registrar to timely perform duties regarding registration updates, hearings, challenges, or notices after receiving notice and opportunity to cure.. Consult with legal counsel for specific applicability to your situation.
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