Texas Mail-In Ballot Rules Reinstated | Amarillo News

A federal appeals court has reinstated Texas’ controversial 2021 election law, Senate Bill 1, which mandates ID numbers on mail-in ballot applications and ballots themselves — a move that had been blocked by a lower court. Supporters argue the changes bolster election security, while critics warn the ID requirements could disproportionately harm older voters and people with disabilities, potentially violating the ADA. Despite legal challenges, the appeals court cited data showing a dramatic drop in rejected mail-in ballots — from over 11% to just 2.7% in eight months — as evidence the system is working. Voters are advised to include both their Texas ID number and last four digits of their Social Security number on applications and ballots to ensure acceptance. Lawmakers say major reforms aren’t expected soon. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b05b227f85eca892