The fastest way for Texit—the vote on Texas independence—to get on the ballot would involve the Governor calling a special legislative session to pass the Texas Independence Referendum Act (TIRA). This act is essential to giving Texans the opportunity to vote on whether the state should become an independent nation once again. By focusing a special session on passing TIRA, the process could bypass the usual delays of a regular legislative session.

An even quicker option would be to modify the language of the bill during the special session to hold a special election specifically for the referendum, rather than waiting for the next general election. This would allow Texans to vote on independence within a matter of months, significantly speeding up the timeline.

The referendum is critical because it provides the legitimacy Texas needs to move forward in its quest for independence. Without it, there is no official mandate from the people, and every step toward independence hinges on the legal authority granted by that vote. Once the people of Texas vote in favor of independence, it gives the state a clear path to begin negotiations and other steps necessary to reclaim its sovereignty.

Under the current TIRA framework, if the bill is passed during a regular legislative session, the referendum would take place during the next November constitutional amendment election. This gives about a six-month window between the end of the legislative session and the vote itself. For example, if TIRA passes in 2025, the vote on Texas independence would likely occur in November of that year.

However, the fastest route would be through a special session and special election, which could see Texans voting on independence within a much shorter time frame—possibly even within a few months. While the established timeline provides a clear path forward, a special session and election could significantly speed up Texas’ journey toward independence​​.