Research Guides: Voters' Information Resources: Get Registered

First, Paperwork

Getting Registered

In Texas, you must have your voter registration submitted or postmarked at least 30 days before the election in which you intend to vote. (That's October 7 for the 2024 general elections!)

If you moved or changed your name, you need to update your registration.

Already Registered? Double-Check Your Status.

Texas (and other states) have been purging voters in an opaque and possibly incorrect way.

First-Time Voters
Voting for the first time in Harris County is exciting. Here’s an easy guide to make sure you are all set to cast a ballot in the United States’ third largest county!
My Voter Portal (Texas Secretary of State)
Check the status of your voter registration.
Texas Voter ID Information
Texas ID rules for voting in person or by mail.
Voter Registration Application (Texas Secretary of State)
Fill out the online form to print, sign, and mail in to register to vote.

You'll Also Need

You will need to have an accepted form of photo ID to vote in person. If you don't have (and have never had) other photo ID, you can get an Election Identification Certificate (EIC) from your local DPS.

Get Informed
Links to authoritative resources with facts about the issues and candidates.

Get To the Polls
Find your local polling place on election day.