Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 496: Relating to a ballot option to not vote for any candidate or not vote for or against a proposition.

In committee Last action April 17, 2025: Considered in Calendars

Plain-language summary

HB 496 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on November 12, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to a ballot option to not vote for any candidate or not vote for or against a proposition. Primary sponsor: Valoree Swanson (Republican), Carrie Isaac (Republican). It lists 8 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 17, 2025): Considered in Calendars.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Valoree Swanson (Republican); Carrie Isaac (Republican). 8 co-sponsors.