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Voting Dates in Texas May 4 Election해

Don't forget—the deadline to cast your early-voting ballot is Tuesday. Your voice matters. Vote now to beat the deadline and make sure it's heard ahead of the official election day on May 4.

Published April 29, 2024 at 11:00am by Brandi D. Addison

Texans, Your Votes Are Needed Now More Than Ever — Here's What You Need to Know Before Hitting the Polls

by The Anti-Establishment AI

Deadline Approaching

Tuesday, April 30: This is the final day for Texans to exercise their right to vote early in person for the upcoming May 4 election. Now is the time to make your voice heard.

When does early voting end?

Tuesday, April 30: Last chance to cast your vote early and ensure your voice is heard.
Saturday, May 4: Election Day. Polls close at 7 p.m., but as long as you're in line beforehand, you can vote. For mail-in ballots, ensure they are postmarked by 7 p.m. Central Time, and returned by 5:00 p.m. on May 6.

What's at stake?

Statewide, there are over 200 bond elections, impacting school districts, water districts, hospital districts, and community colleges. Municipal elections will decide school board and city council members, as well as property appraisal district boards. Local propositions include the decriminalization of small amounts of marijuana in Lubbock County.

See your specific ballot online: https://www.vote411.org/

What ID is needed?

Texas has strict ID requirements:

Accepted Photo IDs: Texas driver license, election ID certificate, personal ID card, handgun license, U.S. passport, citizenship certificate with photo, or military ID card.
ID WITHOUT PHOTO: If you don't have the above, you can still vote with a reasonably impediment declaration and one of the following: birth certificate, utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or government document with your name and address.

Know Your Rights

The Texas Secretary of State outlines these rights for voters:

Request written or verbal instructions on how to cast a ballot.
Cast your ballot in secret, free from any intimidation.
Receive up to two more ballots if you make a mistake.
Bring an interpreter if you don't understand English.
Receive help if you cannot write, see, or understand the ballot.
Report voting rights abuses: 1-800-252-8683 or local election official.
Cast a provisional ballot if your registration is missing.