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Rep. Nate Schatzline resigns from Texas House to lead “election integrity” policy in Gov. Abbott’s office
By Texas Tribune, Kayla Guo And Alejandro Serrano at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 2, 2026
· 4 min read
State Rep. Nate Schatzline, R-Fort Worth, resigned from the Texas House Thursday to take a new position as Gov. Greg Abbott’s senior adviser on election policy.Schatzline, who was among the most hardline conservative members of the Texas House, is set to lead “policy development and legislative s...
Key takeaway On June 2, Secretary of State Jane Nelson announced she would step down from the office in mid-July, just months before a blockbuster midterm.
Why this matters in Tomball News
The resignation of State Rep. Nate Schatzline to lead election policy in Gov. Abbott's office may have implications for Harris County, where Tomball residents often participate in statewide elections. As a senior adviser, Schatzline will focus on election integrity, including the potential closure of Texas' primary elections. This move could affect local voters, who may need to register with a party to cast ballots in nominating contests. The Texas GOP's push to close primaries has been met with opposition from some Republicans, who argue it could stifle participation. In Harris County, where voter turnout is often high, any changes to the primary election process could have significant effects on local election outcomes. Tomball residents will likely be watching closely as the Legislature considers this issue in the next session, given the potential impact on their ability to participate in the electoral process.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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