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2026 midterm elections: Southeast Texas sample ballots by county

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FOX 26 Houston
2026 Elections
Published October 9, 2026 8:16 AM CDT
Published October 9, 2026 8:16 AM CDT

The Brief

    • Voters will head to the polls in November for the midterm elections.
    • Federal, state and local elections are on the ballot.
    • Here's what Southeast Texas residents can expect to see at the polls.

HOUSTON - Voters will be heading to the polls to cast their ballots for numerous races in the November midterm election.

But what's on your ballot? And what races can you vote on? Don't worry, we've got you covered.  

Southeast Texas November 3 sample ballots

Numerous races are on the ballot on Nov. 3. You can check out what’s on your county’s ballot by selecting your county below. 

When is early voting?

Early voting begins on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026 and will end on Friday, Oct. 30, 2026. 

Do I need an ID to vote?

In order to vote in person, Texas voters will be asked to present an acceptable form of photo ID. Here is a list of the acceptable forms of photo ID:

  • Texas Driver License issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)
  • Texas Election Identification Certificate issued by DPS
  • Texas Personal Identification Card issued by DPS
  • Texas Handgun License issued by DPS
  • United States Military Identification Card containing the person’s photograph
  • United States Citizenship Certificate containing the person’s photograph
  • United States Passport (book or card)

Here is a list of the supporting forms of ID that can be presented if the voter does not possess an acceptable form of photo identification and cannot reasonably obtain one:

  • Copy or original of a government document that shows the voter’s name and address, including the voter’s voter registration certificate
  • Copy of or original current utility bill
  • Copy of or original bank statement
  • Copy of or original government check
  • Copy of or original paycheck
  • Copy of or original of (a) a certified domestic (from a U.S. state or territory) birth certificate or (b) a document confirming birth admissible in a court of law which establishes the voter’s identity (which may include a foreign birth document)

Can you vote with an expired ID?

If you have a form of acceptable photo ID and are between the ages of 18 and 69, your ID must be current or expired for no more than 4 years to qualify to vote.

For voters 70 and older, your photo ID can be expired for any length of time if the identification is otherwise okay.

How to report voting issues

If you have problems or questions, you can call the Secretary of State’s toll-free election hotline at 1-800-252-VOTE (8683) or email elections@sos.texas.gov. 

To file a formal complaint, download the complaint form here. It can be submitted by mail, fax, or email.

The Source:  The information in this article comes from various county election offices and the Texas Secretary of State website. 

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