Texas House Gives Final Approval Of Controversial Elections Bill

Dallas TX

08 May, 2021

1:16 PM

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CBS Dallas/Fort Worth May 8, 2021 After hours of emotional debate, the Texas House gave final approval to a controversial elections bill Friday afternoon. The vote, 78-64, went along party lines. Republicans have said the bill would restore confidence in state elections, while Democrats have said it would suppress votes, especially for those of people with color. CBS Local Digital Media personalizes the global reach of CBS-owned and operated television and radio stations with a local perspective.