(Houston, Texas) –– The Early Voting period for the November 2020 General Election begins tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13th, and continues through Friday, October 30th. This is the longest Early Voting period in Texas history, and voters who are not eligible to vote by mail are encouraged to vote early to avoid long lines and crowds on Election Day. The Harris County Clerk’s Office has provided more voter access than ever before, tripling the number of Early Voting Centers from just over 40 in 2016 to 122 this November. Visit http://www.HarrisVotes.com/Locations to find your nearest voting center, along with approximate wait times at voting centers across Harris County.
“My number one priority is keep voters and election workers safe this November,” said Harris County Clerk Chris Hollins. “We know that voting by mail is the safest and most convenient way to vote, but for the thousands of Harris County residents that are not eligible, we’ve provided more opportunities to vote and stay safe than ever before in Texas history. We’ve worked hard to provide a safe in-person voting experience and give voters more choices in how they cast their ballot — from larger, safer locations to voting from the comfort and safety of your vehicle. I encourage everyone to make your plan to vote and to take advantage of the Early Voting period to cast your ballot safely this fall.”
VOTING METHODS
- 122 Early Voting Centers
- Drive Thru Voting at ten (10) locations
- 24 hour voting at eight (8) locations on Thursday, October 29
- Extended hours to 10 pm Tuesday, October 27 – Thursday, October 29
KEY DATES
- Tuesday, October 13: First day of Early Voting
- Friday, October 23: Last day to apply to vote by mail
- Tuesday, October 27 – Thursday, October 29: Extended Early voting hours to 10 pm
- Thursday, October 29: 24 hour voting at eight (8) locations
- Friday, October 30: Last day of Early Voting
- Tuesday, November 3: Election Day
