Sec. 31.129. CIVIL PENALTY. (a) In this section, "election official" has the meaning assigned by Section 31.128.
(b) An election official may be liable to this state for a civil penalty if the official:
(1) is employed by or is an officer of this state or a political subdivision of this state; and
(2) violates a provision of this code.
(c) A civil penalty imposed under this section may include termination of the person's employment and loss of the person's employment benefits.
Added by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., 2nd C.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 1), Sec. 8.01, eff. December 2, 2021.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 3 - Election Officers and Observers
Chapter 31 - Officers to Administer Elections
Subchapter E. Miscellaneous Provisions
Section 31.121. Presiding Officer Failing to Act
Section 31.122. Office Hours of Election Authority During Election Period
Section 31.123. Appointment of Agent During Election Period
Section 31.124. Provision of Notice to County Chairs by Election Authority
Section 31.125. County Website
Section 31.126. Prohibited Contributions