Here is a guide to who's on the ballot, where to vote and more information on participating in the Texas 2020 Primary Election.
Texas runs open primaries, meaning voters do not have to be registered party members to participate. However, a voter can participate in either the Republican or the Democratic primary, but not both.
Election Day polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
If no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote, a runoff election is scheduled for May 26.
Sample ballot
Enter a street address or Voter ID number to look up races that will appear on your ballot here: https://www.harrisvotes.com/SampleBallots
Candidate Q&As
Find information about the candidates at https://communityimpact.com/election-texas-2020-primary/houston/
Where to vote
Registered voters in Harris County can cast their ballots at any of the more than 350 polling locations within the county on Election Day. A full list of voting centers and early voting locations can be found at www.harrisvotes.com
How do I know if I am registered to vote?
The Harris County tax office oversees registration. Residents can check their registration status at www.hctax.net/Voter/Search
What can I bring into the polls?
According to the Texas Secretary of State, the use of wireless communication devices is prohibited within 100 feet of the polling location. The taking of photographs is also prohibited. Voters can bring written materials as long as they are not intended to be used in electioneering.
Can I bring someone to assist me while voting?
Any person can ask someone to help them other than their employer, an agent of the employer, or an officer or agent of a labor union to which the voter belongs.
