Gov. Abbott Sets HD 148 Special Election For Nov. 5th, 2019
Gov. Abbott Sets HD 148 Special Election For Nov. 5th, 2019
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation announcing Tuesday, November 5, 2019 as the special election date to fill the Texas House of Representatives District 148 seat recently vacated by former Representative Jessica Farrar.
Candidates who wish to have their names placed on the special election ballot must file their applications with the Secretary of State no later than 5:00PM on Wednesday, September 4, 2019.
Early voting will begin on Monday, October 21, 2019.
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Source: Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott
Originally Published: August 19, 2019
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