How to Vote in Texas: Step-by-Step Election Day Guide
Tuesday, November 4, is Election Day in Texas. If you’re ready but have never been to the polls, here’s a step-by-step guide on how to vote.
Step 1: Check if you are registered to vote. Click HERE to quickly verify whether you are registered to vote or not. If you’re registered, move on to step 2.
Step 2: Find YOUR designated polling location. Click HERE to locate yours.
Step 3: Bring your photo ID. Here are the acceptable forms of ID:
- Texas Driver's License issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)
- Texas Election Identification Certificate issued by DPS
- Texas Personal Identification Card issued by DPS
- Texas Handgun License issued by DPS
- United States Military Identification Card containing the person’s photograph
- United States Citizenship Certificate containing the person’s photograph
- United States Passport (book or card)
Step 4: Head to the polls and cast your vote!
In the most simple guide, that basically covers the process leading up to getting in there and voting.
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There are a few rules to follow while at the polls.
“In Texas, a person may not wear apparel or a similar communicative device relating to a candidate, measure, or political party, regardless of whether they are on the ballot or not.”
Also, you may not use any device that could record sound or take photos, including a phone, tablet, laptop, or tape recorder, are among the few.
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