Voting by members
- Statute:
- Texas Sec.22.156 · Chapter BO-22 (Business Organizations Code Ch. 22 (Nonprofit Corporations))
- Topic:
- Meetings & Voting · Voting
- Applies to:
- Nonprofit associations
Default rule: one vote per member. Proxy voting allowed unless restricted.
📄 Read the official text at statutes.capitol.texas.gov →
How SoShiny helps with Voting by members
SoShiny builds your meeting agenda, posts statutory notice, runs the meeting from one screen, records motions and resolutions with per-member yes/no/abstain votes, and produces print-ready minutes that meet Florida §718.112 / §720.303 notice and recordkeeping requirements.
See the feature → Start freeFrequently asked
- What does Texas Sec.22.156 require?
- Default rule: one vote per member. Proxy voting allowed unless restricted.
- Who does Texas Sec.22.156 apply to?
- Texas Sec.22.156 applies to Nonprofit associations in Texas.
- What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with Sec.22.156?
- Non-compliance with this Texas statute can expose the association and individual directors to civil suit. Texas HOAs are not centrally regulated — enforcement is private. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance if a member challenges a board action.
- Where can I read the official text of Texas Sec.22.156?
- The official text is published by the Texas Legislature at statutes.capitol.texas.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Voting by members?
- SoShiny builds your meeting agenda, posts statutory notice, runs the meeting from one screen, records motions and resolutions with per-member yes/no/abstain votes, and produces print-ready minutes that meet Florida §718.112 / §720.303 notice and recordkeeping requirements. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Texas Sec.22.156 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Texas-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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