Texas HB4973 amends the Local Government Code to mandate elections for governing body members in single-member districts following apportionment.
Texas HB4973 amends the Local Government Code to require that municipalities with districts, wards, or areas elect members of their governing body representing single-member districts, wards, or areas following each apportionment. The election must occur on the first uniform election date that allows sufficient time to comply with legal requirements. This change takes effect on September 1, 2025.
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