Last Days of Early Voting for the November 7 Elections

Style Magazine Newswire | 10/30/2023, 2:13 p.m.
Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth reminds citizens that this is the last week they can vote early before the November …
Teneshia Hudspeth – Harris County Clerk and Chief Election Official

Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth reminds citizens that this is the last week they can vote early before the November 7 Joint General & Special Elections. So far, more than 91.5K people have voted in person in Harris County.

“Last week, we reported an increase of about 50% in the number of in-person voters compared to the previous similar election in 2015 when the ballot included statewide and county-wide propositions and a city of Houston mayoral election without an incumbent,” said Clerk Hudspeth. “A sturdy flow continued over the weekend, and that is a good sign for the election turnout. We are optimistic that the pace will continue during the last week of early voting.”

Early Voting continues through this Friday, November 3. Voting centers are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. during Early Voting and on Election Day, Tuesday, November 7. Click here to find locations and wait times. There are 68 voting centers open during Early Voting, and on Election Day, 701 locations will be available across Harris County; voters can cast their ballots at any one location that is most convenient to them.

“Earlier this month, we launched a campaign to educate voters about their voting options and highlighted the key dates associated with the election,” added Clerk Hudspeth. “The campaign is running on radio, television, social media, digital billboards, and print in the four languages required under the Federal Voting Rights Act in Harris County.” Sample clip here.

Voters are encouraged to review and or print their sample ballots before going to the polls. Click here and input the required information to view all the contests and candidates. Sample ballots are unique to an individual's address.

The following forms of photo ID are acceptable when voting in person:

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)

Voters who do not possess and cannot obtain one of these forms of photo ID may fill out a Reasonable Impediment Declaration (RID) at a Vote Center and present another form of ID, such as a utility bill, bank statement, government check, or voter registration certificate.

Additional election information is available at www.HarrisVotes.com. For news and updates, follow us on social media at @HarrisVotes and @HarrisCoTxClerk.