Early Voting begins for November Election in Angelina County
Early voting for the November 4th election begins today in Angelina County…here’s everything you need to know.
Early voting for the November 4th election begins today in Angelina County…here’s everything you need to know.
Early voting runs through Friday, Oct. 31, with Election Day set for Tuesday, Nov. 4. Texas voters statewide will get the final say on the constitutional amendments, and some areas may also see local elections on the ballot.
The last day to register to vote was Monday, Oct. 6, and Oct. 24 marks the final day to apply for a mail-in ballot.
Where can I vote early in Angelina County?
Angelina County voters can cast their ballots at any of the locations listed below during the early voting period:
Main Early Voting Location:
- Angelina County Elections Administration, 606 E Lufkin Avenue, Lufkin 75901
Offsite Early Voting Locations:
- Clawson Assembly of God Church, 5569 US 69, Pollok
- City of Lufkin Parks & Recreation Center, 516 Montrose, Lufkin
- Huntington Civic Center, 1179 Hwy 69, Huntington
- Solid Rock Missionary Baptist Church Activity Center, 16663 FM 2109, Zavalla
- T.L.L. Temple Memorial Library, John Hannah Room, 300 Park Street, Diboll
What are the early voting hours?
Early voting hours vary throughout the period:
- Monday, Oct. 20 through Friday, Oct. 24: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Monday, Oct. 27 through Wednesday, Oct. 29: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Thursday, Oct. 30 through Friday, Oct. 31: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
For more information, visit angelinacounty.net.
How can I find which polling places are near me?
County election offices post information about polling locations for Election Day and during the early-voting period on their websites. The Texas Secretary of State’s website also provides information on polling locations closer to the start of voting. Since polling locations may change, check your county’s election website before heading out to vote.
What form of ID do I need to bring?
Texas voters must present one of seven types of valid photo ID:
- State driver’s license
- Texas election identification certificate
- Texas personal identification card
- Texas license to carry a handgun
- U.S. military ID card with a personal photo
- U.S. citizenship certificate with a personal photo
- U.S. passport
Are there rules at the polls?
Cellphones, cameras, computers and other devices that can record sound or images cannot be used within 100 feet of voting stations. Campaigning, including wearing clothes or items that publicize candidates, political parties or measures on the ballot, is also banned beyond that point.
A recent law also prohibits the use of wireless communication devices, like cellphones, within a room where voting is taking place. However, voters are allowed to use written notes to cast their ballot.
Firearms, including handguns, are also prohibited at polling places under Texas law.
What are my rights as a voter?
If a registered voter’s name doesn’t appear on the list of registered voters due to an administrative issue, they have the right to cast a provisional ballot. Voters are entitled to receive written instructions about how to cast a ballot or to ask a polling place officer or worker for assistance.
If a voter makes a mistake while marking their ballot, they have a right to use up to two additional ballots to make corrections.
Voters generally have the right to cast their ballots in secret and should not be subject to intimidation.
Voters with disabilities or limited English proficiency can receive interpretation, assistance or accommodations to vote.
A state law passed in 2023 allows voters with disabilities or mobility problems to skip the line at their polling location and requires each polling location to have a designated parking spot for curbside voting. Note that a new law requires curbside voters to fill out a form attesting that they are physically unable to enter a voting location.
Who is eligible to vote by mail in Texas?
You’re allowed to vote by mail if:
- You will be 65 or older by Election Day
- You will not be in your county for the entire voting period, including early voting
- You cite a sickness or disability that prevents you from voting in person without needing personal assistance or without the likelihood of injuring your health
- You’re expected to give birth within three weeks before or after Election Day
- You are confined in jail but otherwise eligible
What are the deadlines to vote by mail?
Oct. 24 is the last day to apply to vote by mail. You can download an application here or request an application to be mailed to you here.
The deadline for mail-in ballots to be returned to the county is Election Day on Nov. 4. If a ballot is postmarked by 7 p.m. locally that day, it’ll be counted if the county receives it by 5 p.m. on Nov. 5.
Absentee ballots can also be delivered to the county elections office in person with a valid ID while polls are open on Election Day.
