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HB 2811

Relating to the date of the meeting of presidential electors of this state.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by John Bucy and 4 co-sponsors

Texas bill would change the date its presidential electors meet to cast votes, potentially conflicting with federal election law deadlines.

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Bill Summary · HB 2811

Legislative bill overview

HB 2811 modifies the timing of when Texas's presidential electors meet to cast their votes. Currently, federal law sets this date as the first Tuesday after the second Monday in December following a presidential election. This bill would alter when Texas specifically holds its electoral college meeting.

Why is this important

The date presidential electors meet is a critical procedural step in finalizing presidential election results. Changes to this timing could affect state compliance with federal electoral deadlines and potentially impact the overall presidential election certification process, which has become a point of political scrutiny in recent years.

Potential points of contention

  • Federal vs. state authority: The bill may conflict with federal law (3 U.S.C. § 7), which establishes a uniform national date for electoral meetings, raising questions about state legislative power over federal elections
  • Election timeline concerns: Altering elector meeting dates could create confusion about deadlines or inadvertently affect the state's ability to meet federal certification requirements
  • Partisan implications: Changes to electoral procedures often draw scrutiny regarding whether they benefit particular political outcomes, regardless of stated intent

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

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