Austin, TX - Protections for Elections

Armed federal agents at your polling place
are already illegal. Your city council can enforce it.

18 U.S.C. § 592 — Federal Law Since 1865

Any federal employee who stations armed personnel at a polling place commits a felony. No exceptions — not for law enforcement, not for "keeping the peace." The DOJ's own manual bans FBI agents from polling places.

5 YEARS PRISON $250,000 FINE PERMANENT BAR FROM OFFICE

Why Austin?

Legal Authority

Texas provides the most robust home rule framework.

Why It Can Work Here

Charter city since 1919, extensive history of progressive ordinances.

What the Ordinance Would Do
Language must emphasize: (1) the city shall not expend municipal resources to assist armed federal personnel in establishing or maintaining a presence within a defined perimeter...

Your City Council

11 members · 10 single-member districts + 1 mayor (at-large)
Next election: Nov 2026. 4-year terms, 2-term limit.

Austin City Hall
301 W. 2nd St., Austin, TX 78701

(512) 974-2000
austintexas.gov/austin-city-council

Meetings

Thu

10:00 AM

1st & 4th Thu

What You Can Do

Call your council member and tell them you want Austin to pass a Protections for Elections ordinance enforcing the federal ban on armed troops at polls.
(512) 974-2000

Show up to the next council meeting. Public comment is open to all residents. Three minutes at the mic changes priorities.
ThuS · 10:00 AM · Austin City Hall

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