Texas Best Lobby News: Gov. Perry Calls for Special Election

Governor Rick Perry has declared that there will be a special election held in State House District 50 during the November 5th general election. Early voting this year begins on October 21st. The special election will be to decide on a State Representative who will serve in place of Mark Strama, former District 50 Representative. There has been a vacancy in District 50 since July 2nd of 2013. This announcement details application rules and deadlines, as well as more information regarding the November 5th election.

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