Texas § LG.21.006 - ELECTION OF ENTIRE GOVERNING BODY UPON APPORTIONMENT
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § LG.21.006 — ELECTION OF ENTIRE GOVERNING BODY UPON APPORTIONMENT, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ LG.21.006. ELECTION OF ENTIRE GOVERNING BODY UPON APPORTIONMENT
ELECTION OF ENTIRE GOVERNING BODY UPON APPORTIONMENT. (a) A municipality that is divided into districts, wards, or other areas from which members of its governing body are elected shall elect all members of the municipality's governing body following each apportionment on the first uniform election date that allows sufficient time to comply with any requirements of law. (b) If members of the governing body of a municipality described by Subsection (a) serve staggered terms, the municipality shall adopt an equitable process to determine which members of the governing body serve shorter terms to accommodate an election following apportionment that accounts for the remaining time in each member's term and whether the term of any member elected from a particular district, ward, or area was previously shortened under this section. Added by Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1124 (H.B. 3613 ), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2023. SUBCHAPTER B. JUDICIAL REMOVAL OF MEMBER OF GOVERNING BODY OF GENERAL-LAW MUNICIPALITY
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § LG.21.006
What does The Texas Constitution § LG.21.006 cover?
Section LG.21.006 ("ELECTION OF ENTIRE GOVERNING BODY UPON APPORTIONMENT") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Texas § LG.21.006?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § LG.21.006" (Texas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § LG.21.006 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Texas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Texas.