In 2003, the Texas Legislature passed significant civil justice reforms designed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our state courts. The Multi-District Litigation (MDL) system was a key part of that reform and has generally proven successful. The purpose of the MDL system is to improve the efficient administration of justice and promote settlement.
Election Integrity
Consolidating Elections to Increase Turnout and Save Taxpayer Dollars
Uniform election dates produce four main benefits: 1) higher voter turnout, 2) election administration cost savings, 3) decreased likelihood of special interests dominating a low-turnout election, and 4) reduced election worker burnout. Key points: Seven states require municipal elections to be consolidated with even-year federal election dates. This increases turnout and saves $29.5-129 million for...
March 20, 2026