TX HB4453

Establishes nonpartisan primary elections for state, county, and U.S. Congress offices where all eligible voters may participate regardless of party affiliation, with the top two vote-getters advancing to the general election

Prohibits political parties from nominating candidates for state, county, and congressional offices, though parties may still endorse, support, or oppose candidates

Adds a space on voter registration forms for applicants to indicate party affiliation or alignment, and allows candidates to list party affiliation on ballot applications

Maintains separate party primary elections only for selecting party officers (such as county and precinct chairs) and presidential/vice-presidential nominees

Changes various election administration references from gubernatorial election results to presidential election results for determining party representation on election boards, appointing election judges, and ordering party columns on ballots