If a candidate wins a plurality but not a majority of votes cast in a special election in Texas,

Name: If a candidate wins a plurality but not a majority of votes cast in a special election in Texas,
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In Texas, if a candidate does not win a majority of votes in a special election (which requires at least 50% of the votes plus one), a runoff contest between the two top contenders must be conducted. This is because Texas law requires a majority, rather than a plurality, to win a special election.

If a Candidate Wins a Plurality but Not a Majority