The bill amends the Education Code to streamline the election process for trustees of independent school districts in Texas. It specifies that elections for trustees must be held on the same date as the general election for state and county officers, replacing previous provisions that allowed for various other election dates. Additionally, the bill changes the term length for trustees from three years to four years, with elections for these positions to be held biennially. It also requires that a board policy outline the schedule for term expirations.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new requirement for independent school districts that hold their general elections on dates other than the general election for state and county officers. These districts must change their election dates to align with the general election by December 31, 2026, with this requirement expiring on January 1, 2029. The bill also repeals certain sections of the Education Code that are no longer applicable under the new provisions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 11.0581, Education Code 11.059, Education Code 11.065, Election Code 41.0052 (Election Code 41, Education Code 11)