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A well-informed electorate is critical to the health of sustaining democracy. Reform Austin is committed to providing in-depth reporting to ensure Texans are prepared when they go to the polls. Additionally, Reform Austin reports on the critical issues and challenges facing voters in Texas elections. 
It has become increasingly difficult for Texans to exercise the right to vote as a record number of polling places have closed. The state tops the nation in shutting down polling sites – closing 750 locations since 2013. Civil rights advocates warn this will disenfranchise voters. 
In the 86th Legislative Session, Texas lawmakers passed legislation prohibiting local governments from setting up temporary polling locations. In the past, mobile and temporary voting centers helped provide better voting access to rural and under-served communities in Texas, including college students and the elderly. Two new Democratic groups and a former Austin city manager have filed suit against the Texas Secretary of State’s office, arguing the bill suppresses the vote of many disenfranchised groups.
Reform Austin covers all aspects of voting – how you vote, who you’re voting for, when you’re voting, where to vote, and the results of the elections. We report on new candidates that announce, people running for reelection, and legislators that announce their resignation. Additionally, we provide comprehensive voter guides for you to compare candidates on the issues, as well as constitutional amendment explainers. Check Reform Austin for everything about voting, including what is done in the Texas Legislature to either promote or suppress the vote.

Joe Biden to Speak at Texas Democratic Convention

The Texas Democratic Party has announced that presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden will speak at the party’s virtual state convention next...

What Brought Down One Texas County’s Entire Elections Department? It Was Something In The...

This article was originally published by Votebeat, a nonprofit news organization covering local election administration and voting access. Last November’s...

Michele Leal fundraising leader in HD 148 race

Democrat Michele Leal is the lead fundraiser in the race for HD-148. The race to replace retiring state Rep. Jessica Farrar (D-Houston)...

The Dysfunctional Reality Looming Over Paxton’s Office

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is seeking a third term as he fends off legal troubles and manages an agency that is...

Democrat Leo Pacheco Announces He’ll Leave His Texas House Seat in the Next Few...

State Rep. Leo Pacheco from Texas District 118 recently announced that he plans to leave his seat in the next two to...

Post-Debate Poll Gives Beto Advantage Over Abbott

Debates tend to be turning points in close races such as the one Gov. Abbott and former congressman Beto O'Rourke are fighting....

“Don’t California My Texas!,” Unless You’re a Donor for Abbott’s Campaign

It might be time for Gov. Greg Abbott to retire his popular rallying cry, “Don’t California my Texas!,” after all, The Golden...

Four file to run for Texas Senate District 6 seat to replace Sylvia Garcia

Four candidates are running for the Texas Senate District 6 seat.

New Poll Finds Voters Want It to Be Easier to Vote in Texas

Voting in person is just as safe as going to the grocery store, according to over 66% of people surveyed in a...

Texas May Be About To Scrap A Voting Security System It Can’t Replace

This article was originally published by Votebeat, a nonprofit news organization covering local election administration and voting access. With...

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