Tex. Elec. Code § 204.005

Current with legislation from the 2023 Regular and Special Sessions signed by the Governor as of November 21, 2023.

Section 204.005 - Vacancy Filled At Special Election

If a vacancy occurs during an odd-numbered year or after the 62nd day before general primary election day in an even-numbered year, the remainder of the unexpired term shall be filled by a special election in the same manner as provided by Chapter 203 for the legislature, except that:

(1) the minimum number of signatures that must appear on a petition accompanying a candidate's application for a place on the ballot is 5,000; and

(2) Section 203.013 does not apply.

Tex. Elec. Code § 204.005

Amended by Acts 1986, 69th Leg., 3rd C.S., ch. 14, Sec. 30, eff. 9/1/1987.