SB 2974 expands the authority of the Texas Secretary of State and introduces the role of "election marshals" to investigate and address alleged violations of election laws. The marshals will be peace officers licensed by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and will work under the guidance of the Secretary of State to ensure compliance with electoral processes. The law also clarifies jurisdiction and procedures for investigating and preventing election code violations. It establishes safeguards and additional review mechanisms for electoral disputes​.