141.003 – AGE AND RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR HOME-RULE CITY
Texas Election Code § 141.003
Summary
This law allows home-rule cities in Texas to set their own age and residency requirements for city office candidates, as long as they do not exceed 21 years for age and 12 months for residency. It ensures local governance while maintaining minimum standards for eligibility.
Home-rule cities can establish their own candidate requirements.
Minimum age cannot exceed 21 years.
Residency requirement cannot exceed 12 months before the election.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's AGE AND RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR HOME-RULE CITY law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.
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