Texas recorded 19,041,684 registered voters ahead of its Nov. 3 general election, marking a record for the state, according to Secretary of State Robert Howden. The figure represents a 2.2 percent increase from November 2024 and a 2 percent increase from the March 2026 primary.
Early voting runs Oct. 19 through Oct. 30, with voters able to cast ballots at any early voting location in their county of registration. "Early voting gives Texans the flexibility to cast their ballots at a time and location that works best for them," Howden said.
Voters must bring an acceptable form of photo identification, including a Texas driver license, Texas personal identification card, Texas election identification certificate, U.S. passport, Texas handgun license, U.S. military identification card, or U.S. citizenship certificate with a photograph. Those unable to obtain an acceptable ID may complete a Reasonable Impediment Declaration and present an approved supporting document.
Texas law prohibits clothing, buttons, hats or other items supporting or opposing a candidate, political party or measure within 100 feet of polling place entrances. The state also restricts the use of cellphones and other wireless communication devices within 100 feet of voting stations.
Voting by mail is available to voters 65 and older, voters with disabilities, and voters who will be outside their county during the voting period. The deadline for mail ballot applications is Friday, Oct. 23.