AUSTIN, February 15, 2012 – Today the Texas Secretary of State’s Office sent the following memorandum to all Texas Election Officials.

This afternoon the U.S. District Court in San Antonio concluded a two day status hearing regarding continuing litigation over redistricting and the drawing of interim maps.

At the close of the hearing the Court instructed the Democratic and Republican parties to work with the Secretary of State’s office on a scheduling order with the target of a May 29, 2012 primary. That date is not yet set, but it is the date which the Court would like for everyone to work towards.

We will keep you updated as events warrant.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Elections Division.