AUSTIN, Texas — Tuesday is Election Day in Texas, with voters statewide heading to the polls to vote for candidates they want to see in the November election.
Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, with high-profile Senate primaries on the ballot, along with other elections.
Voting locations are open across central Texas, with the City of Austin opening 30 locations for Travis County voters throughout the City.
Travis County voters can find an interactive map of polling locations, along with a complete list of polling sites, here.
Williamson County voters can find a complete list of their polling sites here.
More information on voting in Hays County can be found here.
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What’s on the ballot?
A closely-watched Republican primary is tightening, with a runoff election possible between incumbent Sen. John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.
The competitive Democratic race between James Talarico and Rep. Jasmine Crockett is also being watched.
Former Austin City Council member and Mayor Pro Tem Kathie Tovo is running in the Democratic primary to represent District 49 in the Texas House of Representatives.
Numerous Democratic candidates are hoping to challenge Texas Governor Greg Abbott in November, including Gina Hinojosa, who has represented Texas’ 49th District in the State House of Representatives since 2017.
Tips for a smooth Election Day
The Travis County Clerk is giving voters tips to have a smoother voting process this election day, the most important being to plan ahead.
With lines expected to be long this Election Day, voters are asked to come prepared:
Review your sample ballot before arriving.Have your choices ready to avoid deciding in the booth.Use less-busy voting sites to avoid long lines.Vote earlier in the day.Have your ID ready to check in quickly.