Election
BY COMMUNITY IMPACT STAFF
During uniform election days in Texas, which are held twice a year in May and November, eligible residents are given the opportunity to vote at a polling site or via a mail-in ballot. Both of an allowed form of identification can request a provisional ballot and follow associated pro- cesses to cast their vote. What identification to bring when heading to the polls May 3 voting methods require presentation of a valid and approved form of identification, according to the Texas Secretary of State’s website. When voting in person, eligible voters not in possession
Voters are required to bring one of seven forms of identification with them when they cast their ballot in person.
Voters who do not possess one of the approved forms of photo ID can present an alternative form of identification:
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• Government document that shows the voter’s name and an address, including the voter’s voter registration certificate • Current utility bill • Bank statement • Government check • Paycheck • Certified U.S. state or territory birth certificate or a document confirming birth admissible in a court of law which establishes the voter’s identity
U.S. Citizenship Certificate
U.S. Passport
Texas Driver License
Texas Handgun License
TX ELEC ID
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TX PER ID
Texas Election Identification Certificate
Texas Personal Identification Card
U.S. Military Identification Card
SOURCE: TEXAS SECRETARY OF STATE/COMMUNITY IMPACT
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