Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

SB 505: Relating to processes to address election irregularities; providing a civil penalty.

Passed one chamber Last action May 27, 2025: Postponed

Plain-language summary

SB 505 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on November 25, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to processes to address election irregularities; providing a civil penalty. Primary sponsor: Paul Bettencourt (Republican), Creighton, Joan Huffman (Republican), Lois Kolkhorst (Republican), Mayes Middleton (Republican), Tan Parker (Republican), Angela Paxton (Republican), Charles Perry (Republican), Valoree Swanson (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 27, 2025): Postponed.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Paul Bettencourt (Republican); Creighton; Joan Huffman (Republican); Lois Kolkhorst (Republican); and 5 more. 2 co-sponsors.