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Election Events Calendar
EventDate
May Uniform Election - First Day to File for Place on Ballot(for cities and schools ONLY) (filing deadline for other political subdivisions may vary)January 30,2013
May Uniform Election - Last Day to File for Place on Ballot, Local General ElectionMarch 1,2013
May Uniform Election - Last Day to Order General Election or Election on a MeasureMarch 1,2013
May Uniform Election - Last Day to Apply for Ballot by MailMarch 12,2013
May Uniform Election - Last Day to Register to VoteApril 11,2013
May Uniform Election - First Day of Early Voting By Personal AppearanceApril 29,2013
Uniform Election - Last Day to Apply for Ballot by MailMay 3,2013
Uniform Election - Last Day of Early Voting By Personal AppearanceMay 7,2013
Uniform Election - Last Day to Receive Ballot by MailMay 11,2013
Uniform Election DayMay 11,2013
First Day to File for Place on General Election Ballot (for cities and schools ONLY)June 27,2013
Last Day to File for Place on General Election Ballot (for local political subdivisions ONLY)August 26,2013
First Day to Apply for Ballot by MailSeptember 6,2013
Voter Registration Deadline for General ElectionOctober 7,2013
First Day of Early VotingOctober 21,2013
Last Day to Apply for Ballot by MailOctober 29,2013
Last Day of Early VotingNovember 1,2013
Last Day to Receive Ballot by MailNovember 5,2013
Uniform Election DayNovember 5,2013
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Texas: Voting at the Polls on Election Day

Poll Hours: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM

    Bring Appropriate identification with you to the polls

    • All voters who appear at a polling place for the first time must show proof of identification

    Any of the following IDs may be used:

    • A driver's license or personal identification card issued to you by the Texas Department of Public Safety. You may also bring a similar document issued to you by an agency of another state, even if the license or card has expired;
    • A form of identification that contains your photograph and establishes your identity;
    • A birth certificate or other document confirming birth that is admissible in a court of law and establishes the person's identity;
    • Your United States citizenship papers;
    • Your United States passport;
    • Official mail addressed to you by a governmental entity;
    • A copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address; or
    • Any other form of identification prescribed by the Texas Secretary of State.

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      While we are working to give you up-to-date information, we urge you to be proactive! In order to ensure you have all the information you need before casting your vote, you should also check with your state and local election officials for information about additional requirements or regulations.
      November 5,2013 Election
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