The State Legislature meets once every odd-numbered year for 140 days and for special sessions called by the governor. A county judge presides over the Commissioners' Court. The City Council meets every Thursday, and meetings are televised live on local access cable television. Voting Texas residents are allowed to vote at age 18 and older. An individual must register at least 30 days prior to an election and be a resident of the state.
Voter registration is valid for two years.
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