2 Election Integrity Bills Advance in Texas Legislature, Target People ‘Who Are Trying to Steal Votes’

People cast their ballots at a polling location in Texas, as seen in a file photo. Sergio Flores/Getty Images

The GOP-controlled Texas Legislature moved closer to passing several voting measures that had prompted Democrat lawmakers in May to stage a walkout.

During a special legislative session called by Gov. Greg Abbott, Republicans over the weekend worked quickly to advance several voting bills during oversight hearings.