Texas voters will go to the polls on Nov. 3 for the midterm election. Polling places across the state will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., according to the secretary of state's office. Dozens of races are on the ballot, including U.S. senator, governor, local offices and propositions.
Voting is county-based. In 12 counties, including Dallas, Harris and Travis, residents may vote at any local polling site on Election Day. Voters in other counties must vote at their assigned precinct. Each polling place must have at least one parking space for curbside voting for people who are physically unable to enter the building. Voters who are blind, have a disability, cannot read or write, or do not speak English may get help marking a ballot.
The voter registration deadline was Oct. 5. Some voters may see a status of "suspense" when they check their registration, which means election officials think the voter recently moved and need to confirm the address. Officials said being on the suspense list does not stop a person from voting. If a problem at the polls cannot be solved right away, a voter has the right to cast a provisional ballot, under state law.