Bill > HB3097

This bill extends the deadline for certain political subdivisions (excluding counties and municipal utility districts) to change their general election date to the November uniform election date from December 31, 2016, to December 31, 2026. The November uniform election date refers to a standard election day when multiple jurisdictions can hold their elections simultaneously, which can improve voter participation and reduce election administration costs. Currently, some political subdivisions hold their general elections on dates different from this standard November date, and this bill provides them with an extended window of time to align their election schedules. The bill would take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas Legislature; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025. By providing this extended deadline, the bill gives political subdivisions more flexibility to coordinate and potentially streamline their election processes.

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