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HB 2720

Relating to the adoption of the Agreement Among the States to Elect the President by National Popular Vote.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Rafael Anchía

Texas would join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, redirecting its 40 electoral votes to the national popular vote winner instead of the state winner once enough states join.

Referred to State Affairs
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Bill Summary · HB 2720

Legislative bill overview

HB 2720 would authorize Texas to join the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact (NPVIC), an agreement among states to award their electoral votes to the winner of the national popular vote rather than the state's popular vote winner. Once states representing 270 electoral votes join the compact, it would effectively replace the current Electoral College system for those participating states.

Why is this important

This represents a fundamental shift in how presidential elections would be decided in Texas and potentially nationwide. Currently, Texas's 40 electoral votes go to the statewide winner; under NPVIC, they would go to the national popular vote winner even if Texas voters preferred a different candidate. This change would affect campaign strategies, voter influence, and the balance of power between large and small states.

Potential points of contention

  • Loss of state leverage: Texas would relinquish its significant electoral influence in close elections, potentially making it less strategically important to presidential campaigns
  • Partisan implications: Texas is currently a Republican stronghold; joining NPVIC could shift outcomes in ways that disadvantage Republican candidates if national popular vote trends differ from state results
  • Constitutional concerns: Critics argue this effectively circumvents the Electoral College without formal constitutional amendment, raising questions about state authority and federal structure
  • Voter intent misalignment: Texas voters could see their state's electoral votes awarded against the state's expressed preference in a presidential election

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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