Which type of resolution is a mechanism used to propose amendments to the Texas Constitution and must be passed by both chambers?

The correct answer is Joint Resolution, which refers to a type of legislative proposal that, when passed by both chambers of the Texas Legislature, can propose amendments to the Texas Constitution. This process is a formal way to initiate changes to the state constitution, requiring approval from a majority of legislators in both the House of Representatives and the Senate.

Joint Resolutions are distinct from other types of resolutions in that they require concurrence from both chambers and can have a direct impact on the state’s fundamental law. Unlike a Simple Resolution, which only addresses the concerns of one chamber or merely expresses opinions, or a Concurrent Resolution, used for matters affecting both chambers without altering laws, a Joint Resolution specifically focuses on constitutional amendments.

The Administrative Resolution is not typically involved in the process of amending the constitution; it often pertains to rules or procedures within the legislative process without impacting the law itself. Thus, understanding the purpose and requirements of Joint Resolutions clarifies their role as a vehicle for constitutional amendment proposals in Texas.