SB1494 allows certain Texas political subdivisions to change their general election date to November.

SB1494 amends the Election Code to give the governing bodies of political subdivisions, excluding counties and municipal utility districts, the authority to change their general election date to the November uniform election date. This change must occur by December 31, 2026. The act's effective date depends on the legislative vote: immediate if two-thirds of the members approve, otherwise it takes effect September 1, 2025.

SB1494 allows certain Texas political subdivisions to change their general election date to November.

SB1494 amends the Election Code to give the governing bodies of political subdivisions, excluding counties and municipal utility districts, the authority to change their general election date to the November uniform election date. This change must occur by December 31, 2026. The act's effective date depends on the legislative vote: immediate if two-thirds of the members approve, otherwise it takes effect September 1, 2025.