A request for placing the name of a candidate on the ballot must be filed with the board's presiding officer and be:

1. (1) in writing and signed by the candidate; or
2. (2) in the form of a petition signed by at least 25 qualified voters of the district.

Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166), Sec. 1.04, eff. April 1, 2009.