Vote Smarter 2020: Do You Need An Excuse To Vote By Mail?

The video discusses the varying rules across U.S. states regarding mail-in voting, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Some states require specific excuses to vote by mail, while others have relaxed their rules, allowing more people to vote absentee without needing a specific reason. However, a few states, including Texas, still require a valid excuse beyond COVID-19 concerns to vote by mail.

What options do a vast majority of Americans have regarding voting during the pandemic?

What is the significance of Texas in the context of voting by mail and excuses?