Bill > HJR31

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment that would change the voter approval threshold for school district bond elections in Texas. Currently, a simple majority (more than 50%) of qualified voters can approve a school district bond, but this amendment would raise the requirement to three-fifths (60%) of qualified voters. The proposed change specifically applies to ad valorem taxes (property taxes) used to pay the principal and interest on school district bonds. If approved by voters, this amendment would make it more challenging for school districts to pass bond issues by requiring a higher level of voter support. The proposed amendment would be submitted to Texas voters at an election on May 2, 2026, with the ballot language directly stating the purpose of increasing the voter approval threshold for school district bond elections.