Early voting for midterm elections begins in Texas

HOUSTON, TX - Early voting has begun across Texas for approximately 15.8 million people who are registered to vote in the midterm elections.

The number of registered voters is a 4 percent increase from those registered to cast a ballot in the March primaries. Texas has added 1.6-plus million registered voters since 2014's midterm elections, with young voters helping to drive that increase.

Voting began Monday in Texas and the early voting period extends to Nov. 2. Election Day is Nov. 6.

The statewide race receiving the most attention is the challenge Democratic U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke is mounting for the seat held by Republican U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz.

Registered voters can cast their ballot at any early voting location in their county. Poll times vary so check your county for specific times.

Click to see a list of early voting locations and times.

•  Harris County
• Fort Bend County
• Galveston County
• Montgomery County
• Brazoria County
• Chambers County
• Waller County
• Austin County
• Calhoun County
• Colorado County
• Grimes County
• Jackson County
• Matagorda County
• Polk County
• San Jacinto County
• Trinity County
• Walker County
• Washington County
• Wharton County

For other counties in Texas check  VoteTexas.gov