Bill > HJR48

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to change the quorum requirements for the Texas Legislature. Currently, two-thirds of the members of each house are required to constitute a quorum, but the proposed amendment would reduce this to a majority of members. A quorum is the minimum number of members that must be present for an official legislative body to conduct business. The amendment would allow the Texas Senate and House of Representatives to proceed with legislative activities if a majority of their members are present, while still preserving the ability of a smaller number to adjourn and compel absent members to attend. If approved by voters in the November 4, 2025 election, this change would make it easier for the Legislature to conduct its business by lowering the threshold for a quorum. The ballot language will specifically ask voters whether they support allowing a majority of members to constitute a quorum for conducting legislative business.

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