Voter Registration
Jobs. Health Care. Social Security. National Defense. On issue after issue, Democrats are working hard to move Texas forward, but we need your help. Your vote is your voice. You can register to vote in just a few easy steps: First, fill out and print a voter registration form. Then, mail the form to your county elections administrator. The address will be provided upon completing the application.
Problems can arise if a voter has moved, has changed their name (e.g. marriage) or has not voted in a while. If you are unsure whether or not you are properly registered, you can use the following link to confirm your registration and find out your precinct number.
https://team1.sos.state.tx.us/voterws/viw/faces/SearchSelectionVoter.jsp
TIP – Don’t wait until the deadline to register. Occasionally a voter registrar does not comply with the law and they unlawfully fail to process all of the last-minute applications prior to the start of early voting and your name may not appear on the list when you go to vote. There may also be a problem with your application that you may need time to resolve before you can vote. Register today and relax!
Dates to remember:
October 4 – Last day to register to vote (registration application must be postmarked by this date)
Early Voting by mail
You may vote early by mail if you are:
- going to be away from your county on Election Day and during early voting;
- sick or disabled;
- 65 years of age or older on Election Day; or
- confined in jail, but eligible to vote.
You can request an application for a ballot by mail by clicking here http://www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/voter/reqabbm.shtml
Dates to remember:
- September 3 – First day to request a ballot by mail
- October 26 – Last Day to request a ballot by mail (must be received by Early Voting Clerk)
- November 2 – Ballot by mail must be received by the Early voting Clerk
Early Voting in person
Avoid long lines and confusion on Election Day by voting Early. You can vote early at any location in your county during the Early Voting period. Days and hours for Early Voting vary, so contact your County Early Voting Clerk for specific information. A list of Early Voting Clerks can be found at http://www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/voter/county.shtml
TIP – Peak voting times are 7-9am, 11am-1pm, and 5-7pm (before and after work and during lunch). If possible, vote during off-peak hours to get in and out quickly.
Dates to remember:
- October 18 – First Day of Early Voting in person
- October 29 – Last Day of Early Voting in person
“Curbside” Voting
If you can drive or if you have a friend or relative who can drive you, you don’t even have to get out of the car. This procedure is called “curbside voting” and is available to any voter who has difficulty walking or standing for long periods. The election official will bring your ballot to your car outside the polling place. Curbside voting is available during early voting and on Election Day. State and Federal law requires all early and Election Day polling locations to be physically accessible to voters with disabilities. It is recommended that you call ahead to notify the early voting clerk that you want to vote from your car.
Election Day Voting – Tuesday, November 2, 2010
On Election Day, you must vote at your precinct specific polling location. Your precinct number is listed on your voter registration certificate. Polls are open from 7am to 7pm. Contact your local elections official to find out your Election Day polling location. A list of elections officials can be found at http://www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/voter/county.shtml.
TIP – If you vote on Election Day, vote as early in the day as possible to allow time to take care of any problems that may arise.
Know Your Rights
As a registered voter, you have certain rights that cannot be violated. Take a moment to familiarize yourself with these rights so that you will be prepared when you go to vote.
Download a copy of your rights to take with you into the polls by clicking on the links below.
Additional resources and information about voting can be found on the Secretary of State’s website at http://www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/voter/index.shtml
Want to do more?
- Serving as an election judge or clerk is one of the best ways to safeguard elections. Properly trained election workers can help ensure a smooth election. If you would like to serve as an election worker, contact your County Democratic Party.
- County Democratic Parties and Democratic candidates need volunteers on Election Day to watch the polls, hand out literature, and to help give rides to the elderly. Even if you can only help for part of the day, volunteer.