Early Voting is Happening NOW. Here’s Info on Polling Locations, Free Rides, Voting Hours, ID Requirements and More
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Early voting starts today in Texas for the November 5th election, and record numbers of Texans are registered to vote this time around.
Secretary of State Jane Nelson says more than 18.6M Texans have registered to cast their ballots. That’s a million more than in November 2022, for an increase of 55%. In Harris County, 88 polling locations are open for early voting, which continues through November 1st. Election Day is November 5th.
There are some things you need to know. Harris County is known for its long ballots. To prepare before entering the voting booth, check HarrisVotes.com to familiarize yourself with it and create a plan to vote confidently.
Before you arrive at your polling location, make sure to have some personal identification. That could be a driver’s license, voter’s registration card, or passport.
All polling location hours will be from 7 a.m.- 7 p.m.
The early voting window for the 2024 election ends on Friday, Nov. 1.
For those relying on public transportation, METRO will offer voters free rides to and from the polling locations. Voters will disclose to their bus driver if they’re coming from a voting location or going to one.
Early Voting is Happening NOW. Here’s Info on Polling Locations, Free Rides, Voting Hours, ID Requirements and More was originally published on theboxhouston.com
