An election that is not held on a regularly scheduled basis; in Texas, a ____________is called to fill a vacancy in office, to give approval for the state government to borrow money, or to ratify amendments to the Texas Constitution:
A special election would be held when something arises that does not arise on a regular basis or routine. For instance, if an elected-office suddenly becomes vacant or a legislature wants to put a referendum before the voters, then they can use a special election.
