The bill amends Section 45.003 of the Education Code to increase the threshold of voter approval required for school district bond elections. Specifically, it changes the requirement from a simple majority to a three-fifths majority for the issuance of bonds and the levying of associated taxes. Additionally, the bill introduces new subsections that clarify the voting requirements for taxes described in Section 45.002, which will still require a majority of qualified voters for approval. It also mandates that each election must be called by a resolution or order from the governing board or commissioners court, detailing essential information about the election.

The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2027, contingent upon the approval of a constitutional amendment proposed by the 89th Legislature, 2nd Called Session, 2025, which also seeks to increase the voter approval threshold for school district bond elections. If the amendment is not approved by voters, the bill will have no effect.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 45.003 (Education Code 45)