Texas Voters Approve Citizenship Requirement in Constitutional Amendment

In a significant decision, Texas voters have approved a constitutional amendment that mandates U.S. citizenship as a requirement for voting in the state. This amendment reinforces an existing law, which already necessitates citizenship for voter registration.

Texas Votes to Enforce Citizenship Requirement

The amendment was given the green light during the voting process held on Tuesday. The Associated Press confirmed its passage at 10:31 p.m. EST.

Details of the Amendment

• Measure: Constitutional amendment requiring U.S. citizenship to vote.
• Current Status: Citizenship is already a prerequisite for voter registration in Texas.
• Announcement Time: The Associated Press declared the amendment’s approval at 10:31 p.m. EST.

This decisive action reflects Texas voters’ commitment to uphold citizenship as a fundamental requirement for participating in the electoral process. The results not only affirm existing policies but also emphasize the importance of legal citizenship in Texas’s democratic practices.