More than 2,100 cast ballots on first day in Kendall County
AUSTIN — More than 2,100 voters flocked to the Kendall County Courthouse annex Monday to cast their ballots on the first day of early voting for the Nov. 3 general election.
While just one local race — county Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 — is on the ballot, several key races involving state and national representation are bringing out the voters.
Texas has 19 million registered voters ahead of the Nov. 3 General Election, a record number for the Lone Star State.
The specific tally is 19,041,684, said Texas Secretary of State Robert Howden in a prepared release.
On Monday, 2,165 Kendall County voters cast ballots, representing 5.24% of the county’s 41,262 registered voters.
“Texas continues to see strong voter registration numbers, and we want every eligible Texan to be prepared to participate in the upcoming election,” Howden added.
“Whether you are a firsttime voter or have been casting ballots for decades, 1 encourage you to make a plan to vote, familiarize yourself with the candidates and issues on your ballot, and take advantage of the resources available at Vote-Texas.gov.”
The registration number for the upcoming election is a 2.2% increase from the November 2024 General Election and a 2% increase from the March 2026 Primary Election, the release noted.
Early voting began Monday
Early voting for the Nov. 3 midterm started Monday and continues through Oct. 30.
During early voting, Texans may cast their ballots at any early voting polling location in the county where they are registered.
“Early voting gives Texans the flexibility to cast their ballots at a time and location that works best for them,” Howden said.
What to know before casting a ballot
Before visiting the polls, make sure you’re prepared, Howden said.
Bring an acceptable form of photo identification. State law provides seven acceptable forms: a Texas driver license, a Texas personal identification card, a Texas election identification certificate, a U.S. passport book or card, a Texas handgun license, U.S. military identification card with a photograph, or U.S. citizenship certificate with a photograph.
Voters who do not have and “cannot reasonably obtain” an acceptable photo ID may be eligible to complete a Reasonable Impediment Declaration with an approved supporting document, Howden said.
Leave campaign materials outside the polling place. Texas law forbids electioneering within 100 feet of an outside door to a polling place. Also, avoid wearing or displaying clothing, buttons, hats or other items endorsing or criticizing a candidate, political party or proposition.
Stow the cellphones and other wireless electronic devices, including those that can record sound or images within 100 feet of a voting station. The electorate is allowed to bring printed notes or a paper sample ballot.
Voter resources
Those who are voting can find more information for voting at VoteTexas.gov.
Through the website, they can:
• Check their voter registration status.
• Find early voting and Election Day polling locations.
• Review identification requirements and voting procedures.
• Learn about voting options and prepare to cast their ballots.
• Voting by mail is available to Texans who meet certain eligibility requirements, including voters age 65 or older, voters with disabilities, and certain voters who will be outside their county during the election.
The deadline for election officials to receive an application for a ballot by mail is Oct. 23.
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