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Texans awaits new Secretary of State before November midterms
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Dylan McKim , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· July 2, 2026
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Key points In about two weeks, the current chief election officer will be leaving their position. A significant change is coming to the state's election administration.
A significant change is coming to the state's election administration. In about two weeks, the current chief election officer will be leaving their position.
This transition occurs just a few months before voters head to the polls for a major election. The midterm election is scheduled for November and is expected to be highly contested.
Further information about the upcoming change and its potential impact on the election is available from local news sources, such as KXAN in Austin.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News ·
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