1.1 – million or more that elects each member of its governing body
Texas Local Government Code § 1.1
Summary
This law allows municipalities with a population of one million or more to establish single-member districts for electing governing body members, excluding the mayor. Municipalities can create ordinances to determine the number of districts, but cannot exceed 14. It does not change the election method for mayors elected at large.
Applies to municipalities with populations over one million.
Allows up to 14 single-member districts for council elections.
Does not affect mayors elected at large.
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