Governor Greg Abbott has expanded the agenda for Texas Legislature’s Special Session #2 to address public safety and election security. In a message sent today, Abbott outlined two new legislative priorities.
The first item is legislation aimed at prohibiting same day voter registration in Texas. The second item involves authorizing contracts with sheriffs and constables for law enforcement services, as well as legislation concerning the appropriation or transfer of funds to or from law enforcement agencies.
“Legislation to prohibit same day voter registration in Texas,” Governor Abbott stated in his message. He also called for “legislation authorizing contracts with sheriffs and constables for the provision of law enforcement services and legislation relating to the appropriation or transfer of funds to or from a law enforcement agency.”
These additions reflect ongoing debates over voting access and law enforcement funding in the state.
