Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
SB688 is a procedural statute harmonizing Texas election law with federal requirements regarding the Electoral College schedule. It shifts the meeting of Presidential Electors from the first Monday to the first Tuesday after the second Wednesday in December. This legislation imposes no operational duties, costs, or liabilities on private sector entities.
Sen. Bryan Hughes·Senate Bill·Regular Session
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
No action required. This statutory change does not trigger material adverse change provisions, force majeure clauses, or require amendments to vendor agreements or employment contracts.
No action required. Employers do not need to adjust voting leave policies or training manuals, as this meeting involves only designated Presidential Electors, not the general workforce.
No action required. There are no new filing obligations or documentation requirements for businesses.
No impact. The legislation carries no fiscal note and authorizes no new fees.
None. The statute is precise and mechanical, strictly substituting "Tuesday" for "Monday" to align with the federal Electoral Count Reform Act. There is no regulatory gray zone or discretion left to the enforcing agency that would impact business operations.
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Common questions about SB688
SB688 is a procedural statute harmonizing Texas election law with federal requirements regarding the Electoral College schedule. It shifts the meeting of Presidential Electors from the first Monday to the first Tuesday after the second Wednesday in December. This legislation imposes no operational duties, costs, or liabilities on private sector entities.
SB688 was authored by Texas Senator Bryan Hughes during the Regular Session.
SB688 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on May 24, 2025.
SB688 is enforced by Texas Secretary of State.
The regulatory priority for SB688 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of SB688 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
SB688 addresses topics including elections, elections--general and elections--presidential.
Key dates for SB688: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
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