When it comes to voting, the process can seem unclear. To ensure all eligible voters have the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding voting, and to help navigate the voter registration process, the Government Relations department will be providing periodic updates to help clarify voting processes and procedures.
Here are important items to keep in mind when exercising your voting rights:
Register to vote
To vote in any election in Texas, you must be registered to vote* at least 30 days before election day, so check your status as soon as possible. To check your status please visit the “Am I Registered?” section of the Texas Secretary of States’ website.
If you want to vote in the July 14, 2020 primary run-off election, you must register by June 15, 2020. To vote in the November 5, 2020, General election, you must register by October 4, 2020.
If you recently moved or legally changed your name, you must fill out another voter registration form with this updated information and mail it to Secretary of State or submit it at a county office location. Online voter registration forms from the Texas Secretary of State website can be found here.
This will ensure you’re voting in the correct precinct and voting for candidates that are representing your new community.
Make your plan to vote
Voting is the fundamental right of our democracy. If you’re voting early or on election day, be sure to think about your schedule for that day. Also, plan to research your candidates and make a list of who you want to vote for ahead of time. Below, are resources from the League of Women Voters Education Fund and the Texas Secretary of State websites, to assist you.
Acceptable forms of voter ID: http://www.votetexas.gov/mobile/id-faqs.htm
Find out who is on your ballot: https://www.vote411.org/ballot
Find your polling place here: https://teamrv-mvp.sos.texas.gov/MVP/mvp.do
Have other questions?
VoteTexas.gov is the “go-to” website for any questions you may have. This site is powered by the Texas Secretary of State and provides comprehensive information on voting in Texas.