constitutions in Texas

Coahuila y Tejas Constitution (1827-1835)

A constitution similar to the U.S. Constitution that included three branches of government and guaranteed individual rights.

Official religion of Coahuila y Tejas Constitution

Catholicism was designated as the official religion.

Slavery in Coahuila y Tejas Constitution

Slavery was limited under this constitution.

Republic of Texas Constitution (1836-1845)

A constitution that mirrored the U.S. Constitution with individual rights guaranteed and a Bill of Rights.

President of the Republic of Texas under the 1836 Constitution

Could serve a 3-year term once and was tasked with protecting the state.

Congress structure in the Republic of Texas Constitution

Bicameral legislature with terms of 1 year and 3 years.

U.S. Statehood Constitution (1845-1861)

Established three branches of government and guaranteed individual rights with a limited two-year term for the Governor.

C.S.A Statehood Constitution (1861-1865)

Changed the U.S.A to C.S.A, retained slavery, and forbade slave owners from freeing slaves.

Congressional Reconstruction Constitution (1869-1876)

Created under Radical Reconstruction, it sent military to Confederate states to ensure law and order.

Modern Texas Constitution (1876-Present)

Marked by themes of popular control, agricultural interests, weak government, and a limited power governor.