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Texas lawmakers want fixes to statewide voter registration system ahead of midterms
By By Natalia Contreras The Texas Tribune at Waco Tribune-Herald
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
Texas lawmakers on Tuesday asked the Texas Secretary of State’s Office for assurances that issues with the state’s voter registration and election management system would be fixed before the November midterm election.
Why this matters in The Waco
In McLennan County, where Waco is located, the reliability of the statewide voter registration system is crucial for ensuring that local residents can exercise their right to vote. With the midterm elections approaching, county election officials will be closely watching the Texas Secretary of State's Office for progress on addressing the system's issues. A smooth voting process is particularly important in Waco, where city and county elections often coincide with state and federal contests, drawing a high volume of voters to the polls. As Texas lawmakers press for fixes to the system, local voters and election administrators alike will be waiting to see whether these efforts will pay off in time for the November election, and whether McLennan County's voting process will be affected by any lingering problems with the state's voter registration and election management system.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: Waco Tribune-Herald ·
Reading time: 1 min
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