Relating to requirements and procedures in the contest of an election on a proposed constitutional amendment.

HB 5116 establishes specific deadlines and procedures for contesting election results on proposed constitutional amendments in Texas. It requires courts to rule on pretrial motions within 30 days, hold trials no earlier than 45 days after the election (and no later than 180 days), and issue final judgments within 180 days. Contestants must prove a "substantial likelihood of success," "irreparable harm," and that halting implementation serves the public interest to temporarily block an approved amendment. The bill directly affects individuals or groups challenging election outcomes for constitutional amendments, ensuring faster resolution of disputes while clarifying when implementation can be paused.