Today October 7, is the last day to register to vote. So if you want to make sure your vote counts in the upcoming election, you need to register before the deadline.
Registering before the deadline is super important because Texas has purged 1 million people from the state’s voter rolls.
Here’s all the information you need before Election Day on November 5!
Check if You’re Registered:
If you’re unsure whether you’re registered, visit VoteTexas.gov to check your registration status or find the necessary forms to register. If you need to update your information—such as a name or address change—this must also be done by the deadline. To log in you’ll either need:
- Your Texas driver’s license number and date of birth,
- Your full name, date of birth, and county of residence, or
- Your Voter Unique Identifier number and date of birth.
Register to Vote!
If you haven’t registered yet, you can fill out an application to register. You can request a printed application or fill it in person with your local registrar. In addition, you can also fill an application online, however, you must note that the application must be printed and submitted to your county election office, as Texas is one of the few states that doesn’t allow online registration.
What If You’ve Moved After the Deadline?
If you moved within the same county after the registration deadline, you can vote at your old precinct or cast a limited ballot at your new one. Be sure to check your county’s early voting locations for this option.
How do I vote by mail?
To vote by mail you should request an application from your county clerk or an application online at the Texas secretary of state website. The deadline to request a mail ballot is Oct. 25.
To be eligible to request a mail ballot you must be 65 years old or older, have an eligible disability, expected to give birth within three weeks of Election Day or expected to be out of the county during the voting period.
Can I vote early in Texas?
In Texas, early voting will start on Oct. 21 and run through Nov. 1. Anyone who is registered to vote can vote early in Texas.
To vote, you’ll need one of the seven accepted identifications at the polling stations. These documents are a Texas Driver’s license, a Texas Election Identification Certificate, state Personal Identification Card, a handgun license, a U.S. Military ID, a U.S. citizenship certificate or a passport.
You can check where you can vote early on the site Am I Registered?
Don’t let the deadline pass by without taking action. Spread the word among friends and family, and ensure everyone you know is registered. Your vote is your voice—make sure you use it!
