Elections & Government
Voting
2026 is a busy year for elections
Continuous engagement with your elected officials from the city on up to the top of the federal government is what democracy is all about. On this page, you will find up-to-date information and resources to help you participate in the democratic process, including local, state, and national elected officials.
Important Dates
Special Election to Fill Vacancy in Texas Senate District 4
Early Voting: Monday, April 20 - Tuesday, April 28. (Mon-Sat. 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 12 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 2, 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Special Runoff Election to Fill Vacancy for City of Houston, Council District C
Saturday, May 16, 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Primary Runoff Election
Tuesday, May 26, 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Election Day
Tuesday, November 3, 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
What's new at the polls?
Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth and Curbside Larry get you ready to vote in 2024
Helpful Websites
Comprehensive voter and election information including
- voter registration
- registration status
- sample ballots for your location
- information about voting by mail
- important dates
- voter ID requirements
- and more
Voter & Election Information
HarrisVotes.com
Vote411.org
Before Voting
Register to vote or check your registration status
Get your sample ballot
Find the closest Voting Center
Approved forms of Identification for Voting
Voting at HCPL
Registered voters can vote at any Harris County Voting Center. Select HCPL branches are voting centers for early voting, election day voting or both for the upcoming Primary Elections.
PLEASE NOTE: that some library branches may be closed on election day.
HCPL Early Voting Locations
Special Election to Fill a Vacancy in Texas Senate District 4
Monday, April 20 - Tuesday, April 28. (Mon-Sat. 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 12 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
HCPL Election Day Locations
Special Election to Fill a Vacancy in Texas Senate District 4
Saturday, May 2, 2026
7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Elected Officials
Links for local, state and federal elected officials and agencies. Find out who your representative in the Texas House, your Houston City Council member and what Harris County Constable's precinct you live in and a lot more.
