Tuesday, September 17th is National Voter Registration Day! This civic holiday is the largest single-day voter registration drive. It’s a great day to register to vote or update your registration status.

What is the registration deadline to vote in the November 5^th election?

You must register to vote by October 7, 2024. Your application can be either postmarked by October 7th or filed at the county registrar’s office by that date.

For more information, see the registration FAQ from the Texas Secretary of State (SOS).

How do I check if I’m registered?

You can check your registration status on My Voter Portal.

If you’ve moved or changed your name since the last time you registered, you will need to update your information online.

I’m not registered. How can I register?

The SOS has a printable voter registration form on their website. You can also request a pre-stamped registration form be sent to you by mail.

Voter registration forms are often stocked in places like public libraries, high schools, and post offices.

You will need to fill out, sign, and mail the form to the registrar of your county. You can also file the form in person.

Can I vote by mail?

Possibly. Early voting by mail is only available in certain narrow circumstances. See Chapter 82 of the Texas Election Code for information about eligibility. 

I have a felony conviction. Can I still vote?

A person with a felony conviction can vote if they have finished the full terms of their sentence. This includes any periods of incarceration, parole, community supervision, and probation.

See our legal FAQ Can a person convicted of a felony vote in Texas? for details.

When is early voting?

In-person early voting begins on Monday, October 21. You can find this and other important elections dates on the SOS’s website.

Where can I find more info?

VoteTexas project has a lot of information on voting rights and procedures. Our library also has a guide to Texas and federal voting laws.