AUSTIN (KXAN) — Millions of Texans will vote in the Nov. 5 general election. In addition to the top-of-the-ticket presidential race, Texans will also choose who will represent the state in the U.S. Senate, as well as several statewide and local races.
Early voting runs from Oct. 21 through Nov. 1. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5. Here’s what you need to know before heading to the polls.
More election data:
What am I going to see on my ballot?
Voters will choose who they want to be the next president of the United States. Also on the ballot will be candidates for U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.
There are several other races for state office, including railroad commissioner, state senators and representatives, members of the State Board of Education, the Texas Supreme Court, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals and the Texas Court of Appeals.
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In addition, several local county, city and school district races will appear on the ballot:
The non-partisan League of Women Voters has a voter guide available, including responses from candidates.
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You can also find a personalized ballot and candidate information on Vote411.org.
Where can I find a sample ballot?
Sample ballots are available on each county’s elections website. Use the list below to find your sample ballot:
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Bastrop
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Blanco (scroll down to the ‘2024 Election Information’ section)
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Burnet (scroll down to the ‘Elections and Sample Ballots’ section)
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Caldwell (scroll down to the ‘Sample Ballots’ section)
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Fayette (scroll down to the ‘November 5, 2024 General Presidential Election’ section)
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Gillespie
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Hays
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Lampasas
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Lee
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Llano (scroll down to the ‘November 5, 2024 Joint General Election’ section)
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Mason (scroll down to the ‘November 5, 2024 General Election’ section)
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Milam (scroll down to the ‘Sample Ballots’ section)
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San Saba (sample ballots have not yet been uploaded)
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Travis
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Williamson
Mark your calendars
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Monday, Oct. 7: Last day to register to vote
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Monday, Oct. 21: Early voting begins
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Friday, Oct. 25: Last day to apply to vote by mail
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Friday, Nov. 1: Early voting ends
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Tuesday, Nov. 5: Election Day
Hours for early voting are typically Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., although some counties, like Travis County, have extended hours until 10 p.m. on some days. Weekend voting hours vary by county. Polls close on Election Day at 7 p.m. in all counties.
Early voting locations
Below are the early voting locations in Travis County, courtesy of the Travis County Clerk. You can also find a list of the locations here.
Election Day voting locations
Below are the Election Day voting locations in Travis County, courtesy of the Travis County Clerk. You can also find a list of the locations here.
What do I need to bring with me?
Under Texas law, voters are required to bring identification with them to vote. Here are the accepted forms of identification:
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Texas Driver License
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Texas Election Identification Certificate
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Texas Personal Identification Card
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Texas Handgun License
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U.S. Military Identification Card containing the person’s photograph
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U.S. Citizenship Certificate containing the person’s photograph
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U.S. Passport
What’s not allowed?
Under Texas law, you cannot use most wireless communication devices within 100 feet of a voting station, nor are you allowed to record sound or images in that space. Those restricted electronics include:
You are also not allowed to wear clothing, hats, flags, etc. that relate to a candidate currently on the ballot within 100 feet of the voting station.
Local county elections offices
Below are links to each county elections website in the KXAN coverage area. Each will have information including phone numbers, polling locations and addresses. You can also check wait times at polling locations.
KXAN will have full coverage on Election Day, Nov. 5.
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