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TX SB1494
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Nathan Johnson
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AI Summary
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Extends the deadline for political subdivisions (excluding counties and municipal utility districts) to change their general election date from December 31, 2016 to December 31, 2025
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Allows qualifying political subdivisions that currently hold elections on dates other than the November uniform election date to switch to the November uniform election date in odd-numbered years
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Takes effect immediately if passed by two-thirds vote of both chambers; otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025
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Passed the Senate unanimously (30-0 on April 10, 2025; 31-0 on concurrence May 31, 2025) and the House with strong support (129-12 on May 28, 2025)
Legislative Description
Relating to the authority of certain political subdivisions to change the date of their general elections.
Elections
Last Action
Effective immediately
6/20/2025