Harris County: What to expect during early voting for the Nov. 5 election

HOUSTON – The Harris County Clerk’s Office held a news conference Thursday morning to provide key information about early voting for the upcoming Nov. 5 General and Special Elections.

• Everything you need to know about early voting for the Nov. 5 election

Here’s everything you need to know to prepare:

Early Voting Period

• Starts: Monday, Oct. 21
• Ends: Friday, Nov. 1
• Times: Most days from 7 a.m.- 7 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 27, from 12 p.m. - 7 p.m.,; Oct. 28–30, from 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Oct. 31 extended hours from 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Voting Locations

• A total of 88 voting centers will be open during early voting.
• On Election Day, voters are no longer required to vote at their precinct. You can vote at any center countywide.

Registered Voters

• 2.68 million registered voters are eligible to vote in Harris County.
• Last election, 76% of voters cast their ballots early.

Making Your Plan to Vote

Visit HarrisVotes.com to:

• View your specific ballot.
• See the 50-70 contests typically on the ballot.
• Learn about one of the seven acceptable forms of ID required for voting.

Voting Accessibility and Education

• Harris County is working to ensure voters are informed and able to vote efficiently.
• Lee Vela of Clear Channel Outdoor unveiled two new digital billboards, helping educate voters across the county.
• A new Harris County Elections Headquarters is the base of operations, including a call center for voter inquiries.

Election Staffing

• Harris County is working around the clock to recruit and train poll workers, aiming for 700 election judges.