(a) The governing body of a political subdivision other than a county shall establish the election precincts for elections ordered by an authority of the political subdivision.
(b) The precincts may be established before each election or, once established, remain established until changed, at the governing body’s discretion.

Terms Used In Texas Election Code 42.061

  • Political subdivision: means a county, city, or school district or any other governmental entity that:
    (A) embraces a geographic area with a defined boundary;
    (B) exists for the purpose of discharging functions of government; and
    (C) possesses authority for subordinate self-government through officers selected by it. See Texas Election Code 1.005

(c) Repealed by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 711 (H.B. 3107), Sec. 99(6), eff. September 1, 2021.

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