With Election Day approaching on November 5, this guide covers everything you need to know about voting in Texas. For information related to voting in other states, click here.
Do I need to register to vote?
If you haven’t done so yet, you must register to vote in Texas.
How can I register?
You can register in person at your county’s voter registrar office. Alternatively, you can print a registration form or obtain one at a public library, high school, or specific government offices, complete it, and send it to your county’s registrar office.
What is the registration deadline?
In Texas, the registration deadline is October 7.
How do I find my polling place?
You can locate your polling site using the information available on this page.
Am I allowed to vote by mail?
You may qualify for mail-in voting if you are over 65, sick or disabled, away from the county during early voting or on Election Day, expect to give birth within three weeks of the Election, or are currently in jail. Your request for an absentee ballot must be received by mail, email, fax, or in-person at the Early Voting Clerk’s office by October 25. You can also apply online. For comprehensive instructions, click here.
What is the final date for submitting my ballot?
Your mail ballot needs to be postmarked by November 5 at 7 PM. If it lacks a postmark, it must be delivered by November 4 at 7 PM. For additional important dates and information, click here.
Can I track my ballot?
You can monitor the status of your mail ballot here.
What if I need assistance getting to the polling place?
If an illness or disability makes it challenging to reach your polling site, you may be eligible for an absentee ballot. Voting curbside, from your vehicle, or outside the polling location is also an option.
Where can I find election results?
YSL News will provide live updates on presidential, congressional, and statewide election results here.
