Gov. Perry Sets November 6 Special Election for House District 144

Gov. Perry set Tuesday, November 6, 2012, as the special election date to fill the House District 144 seat vacated by the passing of Rep. Ken Legler.

Candidates for this special election must file applications with the Secretary of State no later than 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 23, 2012. The early voting period runs from October 22 to November 2, 2012.

The legislator elected in this special election will serve out the remainder of Legler's unexpired term.

Governor's proclamation.