By law, gubernatorial appointees to a compensated office must
A) be supported by the senator from their home district.
B) be confirmed by a simple majority vote of both houses of the legislature.
C) be confirmed by a two-thirds vote of the Texas Senate.
D) resign any private employment they have at the time of their confirmation.

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Gubernatorial appointees to a compensated office must be confirmed by a two-thirds vote of the Texas Senate according to Texas law. Choices A and D are incorrect as there is no such requirement for senatorial support or the resignation of private employment. Choice B is also incorrect as a simple majority vote is not sufficient for confirmation.

By Law, Gubernatorial Appointees to a Compensated Office Must