AUSTIN – Gov. Greg Abbott issued a proclamation Friday announcing November 5, 2024 as the special election date to fill the 18th Congressional District seat.
The seat has been vacant since Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee’s passing on July 19.
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Several prominent candidates have announced they intend to run for the seat, including former Houston mayor Sylvester Turner.
In a press release, Governor Abbott’s office said candidates must file their applications with the Secretary of State no later than 6:00 p.m. on August 22. Early voting will begin October 21.