Texas HB4309 amends the Election Code to allow candidates to either pay a filing fee or submit a petition for nomination by convention.
HB4309 modifies the Election Code by allowing candidates to either pay a filing fee or submit a petition in lieu of a filing fee for nomination by convention. This change applies to both statewide or district offices and county or precinct offices. The bill also repeals existing sections 181.0311(c) and (d) of the Election Code. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025.
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