(a) Ballot box no. 3 must contain:
(1) the voted ballots;
(2) a copy of the precinct returns;
(3) a tally list; and
(4) a copy of the poll list.
(b) The copy of the poll list may be placed in a container other than ballot box no. 3 on approval by the secretary of state if the secretary determines that placement in the other container is more suitable for a particular election.
Official text of the Texas Election Code as published by the Texas Legislative Council.