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    Election Day is Tuesday and we’re here to make sure your vote is counted.

    This year’s ballot features several notable races, including the hotly contested presidential race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.

    In Texas, a key Senate seat is also on the line, with Democratic candidate Rep. Colin Allred of Dallas challenged incumbent Republican Sen. Ted Cruz.

    Voters will also weigh several important propositions, including Amarillo’s Prop A to become a sanctuary city for the unborn, Dallas’ proposal to a decriminalization of cannabisand school bond measures in districts like Austin, Frisco and Allen.

    More: Election Day is Tuesday. See over 90 proposals from the largest cities in Texas

    When is election day 2024?

    Election Day, or the general election, is Tuesday, November 5.

    What time do the polls open and close on election day?

    Polls are open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on Election Day. As long as you’re in line by 7pm, your vote will count, no matter how late you cast it.

    By law, you have the right to stand in line as long as it takes to be able to vote for you.

    Where do I vote on election day?

    About 100 of Texas’ 254 counties participate in the Countywide Voting Program, which means registered voters can vote at any location in their county of residence. See these counties here.

    If your county does not participate in the CWPP, you can only vote at your assigned polling station. Your residence is located in a specific “ward” or area of ​​the county where you will vote on election day.

    You can find the location of your polling station using “My voter portal.”

    What do I need to bring to the polls on Election Day 2024?

    Conformable VoteTexas.Govthe following is a list of acceptable forms of ID required to vote in the November 5 election.

    • Texas driver’s license
    • Texas Voter ID
    • Texas ID card
    • Texas gun license
    • Certificate of US citizenship with photo
    • US Military ID Card
    • American passport

    Those who cannot present one of the identity forms listed above can complete a Statement of Reasonable Impediment at the polls and present an alternative form of identification. This could be a utility bill, bank statement, government check or voter registration certificate.

    No identity? No problem. How to vote in the 2024 election without a photo ID in Texas

    Are there any restrictions on what I can wear on Election Day?

    Texas law prohibits “electioneering for or against any candidate, measure or political party,” which includes promoting candidates through clothing and paraphernalia.

    Under state law, it is illegal to wear shirts, hats, buttons or masks supporting a candidate at the polls. Non-compliant voters will be asked to return shirts and leave accessories in vehicles. Those who refuse can be charged with a Class C misdemeanor with a fine of up to $500.

    This rule only applies to current candidates, ballot measures, and parties. Political attire referencing past candidates such as former presidents Barack Obama or George HW Bush is permitted. Some politically adjacent slogans such as “Don’t Tread on Me” or “Black Lives Matter” are generally allowed.

    When should I return my absentee ballot?

    If stamped on election day, your ballot must be at your local election office by 5pm the following day, Wednesday 6 November. The shipping envelope must be postmarked to show that it was mailed by 7:00 PM on Tuesday.

    Military personnel and overseas nationals are required to submit their ballots, postmarked, by Election Day. Ballots must be received by Nov. 12, respectively Federal Voting Assistance Program.

    What are my voting rights?

    As stated on Texas Secretary of State websitethe following are your rights to vote in Texas:

    • A ballot with written instructions on how to vote.
    • Ask the polling place official for instructions on how to vote (but not suggestions on how to vote).
    • Vote in secret and without intimidation.
    • You get up to two more ballots if you make a mistake while marking your ballot.
    • Bring an interpreter to help you as you qualify to vote if you do not understand English.
    • Help vote if you can’t write, see the ballot, or understand the language it’s written in.
    • Report possible voting abuse to the Secretary of State (1.800.252.8683) or your local electoral official.
    • Vote provisionally if your name does not appear on the list of registered voters.
    • Vote once at any early voting location during the early voting period in the territory where the election is held.
    • File an administrative complaint with the Secretary of State about violations of federal and state voting procedures.

    Key data for the presidential election

    • Election Day: November 5
    • Electoral college vote: Dec 17
    • Congress counts the electoral votes: January 6
    • Inauguration: January 20

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