HOUSTON – In the March 3, 2026 primary elections, Texas voters won’t just choose party nominees; they’ll also see a list of propositions on their ballots.
Unlike general election propositions that change state law or the constitution, these primary propositions are non-binding. They don’t pass laws themselves; instead, they tell each political party where voters stand on key issues. Parties use these results to help shape their platforms and influence what lawmakers prioritize in the upcoming legislative session.
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Votes on propositions are simply “yes” or “no.” They act like surveys of party members’ views, not official legal changes.
Republican Primary: What’s on the Ballot
In the Republican ballot, primary voters will see 10 propositions focused largely on taxes, education, social issues and state policy priorities.
Republican Proposition 1 – Property Tax
Says property taxes should be based on the purchase price of the property and phased out completely over the next six years by reducing government spending.
Republican Proposition 2 – Voter Approval for Tax Increases
Would require that any local government budget that increases property taxes be approved by voters at a November general election.
Republican Proposition 3 – Healthcare Access
Calls for a rule that prohibits denying healthcare or medical services to anyone based solely on vaccination status.
Republican Proposition 4 – Life Begins at Fertilization
Asks that public schools be required to teach that life begins at fertilization.
Republican Proposition 5 – School Health Services
Would ban gender, sexuality and reproductive health clinics or services inside primary and secondary schools.
Republican Proposition 6 – Term Limits
Supports the idea of term limits for all elected officials in Texas.
Republican Proposition 7 – Water Export Ban
Calls on the state to ban selling or exporting Texas groundwater and surface water on a large scale to a single entity.
Republican Proposition 8 – Immigration and Public Services
Would direct the Legislature to end public services for undocumented immigrants, based on the idea they are a burden on taxpayers.
Republican Proposition 9 – Legislature Leadership
Asks voters to support barring Democrats from leadership roles in the state Legislature, including committee and vice chair positions.
Republican Proposition 10 – Prohibit Sharia Law
Proposes that Texas should ban Sharia Law (Islamic legal code) from influencing state government or law.
Democratic Primary: What’s on the Ballot
Texas Democrats will see 13 propositions emphasizing healthcare, education, immigration reform and voting access.
Democratic Proposition 1 – Medicaid Expansion
Calls for expanding Medicaid so more Texans can get affordable healthcare.
Democratic Proposition 2 – Immigration Reform
Supports “humane and dignified” immigration policies and clear paths to citizenship.
Democratic Proposition 3 – Healthcare & Reproductive Rights
Says Texans should have the right to make their own healthcare decisions, including reproductive care access.
Democratic Proposition 4 – Housing Affordability
Addresses the state’s housing crisis by promoting policies to make homes more affordable.
Democratic Proposition 5 – School Funding
Proposes funding public schools so each student gets at least the national average per pupil.
Democratic Proposition 6 – Online Voter Registration
Calls for a secure online voter registration system available to all eligible Texans.
Democratic Proposition 7 – Environmental Standards
Advocates for stronger environmental protections for air, water and natural resources.
Democratic Proposition 8 – Cannabis Legalization
Supports legalizing cannabis for adults and automatic expungement of certain past convictions.
Democratic Proposition 9 – Raise Employer Wages
Seeks to raise salaries for public school and state employees to at least the national average and adjust for cost of living.
(Propositions 10–13 also appear on the Democratic ballot but are similar in focus on equity, transportation, and justice issues not fully listed in open sources.)
Why These Matter to Voters
While none of these propositions will automatically become law, they tell party leaders what their voters support. The results can help shape:
- Each party’s official platform
- Legislative priorities for lawmakers in 2027
- How candidates talk about key issues during campaigns
For example, widespread support for Medicaid expansion could push Democratic lawmakers to prioritize healthcare in the session after the election.