Sec. 31.008. COLLECTION OF INFORMATION: FORUM ON ELECTION COST SAVINGS. (a) The secretary of state shall collect and maintain information on the number of elections held in this state and the administrative costs associated with the elections.
(b) The secretary of state shall conduct an annual forum to allow election officials from political subdivisions to exchange ideas on the administration of elections, including issues related to cost savings and efficiency in the conduct of elections. The election officials shall be given the opportunity at the forum to make recommendations on proposed changes in the election laws.
Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 1219, Sec. 1, eff. June 20, 1997.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 3 - Election Officers and Observers
Chapter 31 - Officers to Administer Elections
Subchapter A. Secretary of State
Section 31.001. Chief Election Officer
Section 31.002. Official Forms
Section 31.0021. Certain Official Forms: Inclusion of Nepotism Information
Section 31.004. Assistance and Advice
Section 31.005. Protection of Voting Rights; Enforcement
Section 31.0055. Voting Rights Hotline
Section 31.006. Referral to Attorney General
Section 31.007. Suspension of Provisions Implementing National Voter Registration Act
Section 31.008. Collection of Information: Forum on Election Cost Savings
Section 31.009. Distribution of Certain Funds
Section 31.010. Implementation of Federal Help America Vote Act
Section 31.011. Election Improvement Fund
Section 31.012. Voter Education
Section 31.013. Mobile Locations for Obtaining Identification
Section 31.014. Certification of Electronic Devices to Accept Voters
Section 31.016. Voting Information on Secretary of State's Website