Understanding Voting Requirements for Unopposed Candidates in Texas

In Texas, voters are not obligated to cast votes for every candidate on the ballot, including unopposed candidates. According to the Texas Election Code, failing to mark a vote in any race does not invalidate the entire ballot. Unopposed candidates do not require a minimum number of votes to be elected. This clarification is important for voters who may be uncertain about the implications of undervoting, which occurs when a voter chooses not to vote in a contested race where only one candidate is available.