The votes have been counted, and the Harris County Clerk’s Office has officially posted the results of the November 5 General and Special Elections on HarrisVotes.com. With a strong turnout and smooth administration, this election reflects the commitment of Harris County voters and the diligent efforts of election officials.

Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth expressed her gratitude to everyone involved in making the election a success. "The November 5 elections were successfully administered through the dedication and commitment of Harris County voters, election workers, and stakeholders," Hudspeth stated. "Everyone played a vital role in ensuring the integrity and accessibility of the voting process, and I’m proud of how smoothly Election Day went."

Voter Turnout and Participation Trends

Out of 2.66 million registered voters in Harris County, an impressive 59% participated in this election. Of those who voted, about 75% took advantage of early in-person voting, showing a growing preference for convenience over traditional Election Day lines. Additionally, 4% voted by mail, and 1% cast their votes in person on Election Day. These figures align with recent trends, highlighting Harris County's movement toward early voting.

The process didn’t end when the polls closed on Election Day. In the days following, election officials ensured that provisional, military, overseas, and late ballots were carefully processed to finalize the results, culminating in an official canvass.

Upcoming Runoff Elections

The election isn’t over yet for some parts of Harris County! A Runoff Election will be held for the positions of City of Baytown Mayor and Lone Star College System, District 1. Eligible voters in these areas are encouraged to participate in this crucial follow-up election, set for Saturday, December 14, 2024.

Clerk Hudspeth emphasized the importance of voter participation in the runoff election, stating, "These are important elections, and we encourage all eligible voters who reside in these jurisdictions to participate."

Key Dates and Voting Information for the Runoff Election

For those looking to vote in the runoff, here’s a quick guide to early voting dates and times:

Early Voting

- Monday, December 2 – Saturday, December 7: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

- Sunday, December 8: 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.

- Monday, December 9 – Tuesday, December 10: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Election Day

- Saturday, December 14: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Remember Your ID!

To vote in person, don’t forget to bring one of the following acceptable forms of photo identification:

- Texas Driver’s License (DPS-issued)

- Texas Personal Identification Card (DPS-issued)

- Texas Handgun License (DPS-issued)

- U.S. Military ID with photo

- U.S. Passport (book or card)

- Texas Election Identification Certificate (DPS-issued)

- U.S. Citizenship Certificate with photo

For additional information and the latest updates, visit HarrisVotes.com or follow @HarrisVotes on social media.