Early voting for the Nov. 3 midterm election opens today across Texas and continues through Oct. 30, giving registered voters nearly two weeks to cast ballots before Election Day.
The Texas Secretary of State confirmed the statewide window runs Monday, Oct. 19, through Friday, Oct. 30. On Election Day, polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. statewide. Voters can check registration status and find polling places at VoteTexas.gov.
In the Dallas-Fort Worth area, hours vary by county. Dallas County opens early voting sites from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday, with shorter hours of noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 25. Registered Dallas County voters may cast ballots at any of the county’s early voting locations.
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Tarrant County sites operate 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 19-23, then extend to 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 25, and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 26-30. Voters can use any early voting location in the county.
Collin and Denton counties follow similar schedules, generally 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. the first week, with extended weekend and second-week hours that include 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. options. Both counties allow voters to use any early voting site within their county of registration.
The last day to apply for a mail ballot is Oct. 23. Voters should bring an accepted form of photo identification, such as a Texas driver’s license or personal identification card. Those without photo ID may complete a reasonable impediment declaration and present supporting documents.
Key statewide races on the ballot include the U.S. Senate contest between Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton and Democratic state Rep. James Talarico, along with the gubernatorial race featuring Republican Gov. Greg Abbott and Democratic state Rep. Gina Hinojosa. Local races, congressional seats, and other measures also appear depending on the voter’s residence.
County election websites provide sample ballots, location lists, and live wait times. Officials encourage voters to plan ahead, review their ballot, and check wait times before heading to the polls to avoid longer lines closer to Election Day.
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