H.B. No. 2720 proposes the adoption of the "Agreement Among the States to Elect the President by National Popular Vote" by amending the Texas Election Code to include a new Chapter 193. This chapter outlines the framework for member states to conduct a statewide popular election for President and Vice President of the United States, ensuring that the presidential electors are appointed based on the national popular vote. Key provisions include the determination of the national popular vote total by each state's chief election official, the designation of the national popular vote winner, and the certification of electors in accordance with the popular vote results. The agreement will take effect once states with a majority of electoral votes have enacted it.

Additionally, the bill specifies that if Texas laws conflict with the compact, the compact will take precedence, except in cases where it conflicts with the Texas Constitution, which will prevail as determined by the courts. The bill also allows for member states to withdraw from the agreement under certain conditions and stipulates that the agreement will terminate if the electoral college is abolished. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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