SB 2753 – Streamlines voting procedures statewide

SB 2753 overhauls Texas election procedures by consolidating early voting and Election Day into a single, streamlined in-person voting period. It eliminates inefficient overlaps between early and Election Day voting and ensures all ballots are processed under a consistent framework. The bill reduces unnecessary administrative burdens and costs by repealing the countywide polling place program and replacing it with locally-assigned Voting Centers, ensuring better oversight and less equipment duplication. It also tightens mail-in voting eligibility to limit abuse, helping restore voter confidence and security in elections. By repealing outdated parts of the Election Code, the bill simplifies procedures and improves accountability. The standardized timeline reduces government overhead and improves transparency in election results reporting. These changes reduce government sprawl in election administration and protect taxpayer resources while making the voting system more secure and efficient. Overall, the bill supports election integrity and curbs bureaucratic excess.