Texas § WA.56.803 - CONSOLIDATION BY PETITION
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § WA.56.803 — CONSOLIDATION BY PETITION, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ WA.56.803. CONSOLIDATION BY PETITION
CONSOLIDATION BY PETITION. (a) Consolidation may be initiated by a petition requesting that the districts be consolidated. (b) The petition must be signed by a number of qualified voters in each district proposed to be consolidated that is equal to at least five percent of the number of votes cast in the district in the most recent gubernatorial general election. There must be one petition for each district proposed to be consolidated. A qualified voter may sign only the petition for the district in which the voter resides. (c) The petitions shall be filed simultaneously with the secretary of each district proposed to be consolidated. (d) A district's board shall determine whether the petition presented to that district meets the requirements of Subsection (b) and shall notify the board of each other district proposed to be consolidated whether the petition meets the requirements of Subsection (b). (e) If the petitions meet the requirements of Subsection (b) in all districts proposed to be consolidated, the boards of the districts proposed to be consolidated shall: (1) issue a joint order for an election to be held on the same day in each district to determine whether the districts should be consolidated; and (2) give notice of the election in the manner provided by law for other elections. Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 222, Sec. 12, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § WA.56.803
What does The Texas Constitution § WA.56.803 cover?
Section WA.56.803 ("CONSOLIDATION BY PETITION") 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 § WA.56.803?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § WA.56.803" (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 § WA.56.803 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.