Feb. 20 Is the Deadline for Eligible Texans to Request a Ballot by Mail for the March 3 Primary

Feb. 20 is the Deadline for Eligible Texans to Request a Ballot by Mail for the March 3 Primary

Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson            February 11, 2026 AUSTIN —Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson reminds Texans that mail ballot applications for the March 3 Primary must be received by early voting clerks on or before Feb. 20. “In Texas, not everyone can vote by mail,” said Secretary Nelson. “If you do qualify, mail-in ballots are not automatic. You must request them from your county.” The application for ballot by mail must be …

What you need to know before voting in Texas’ March 3 primary elections

Texans will have more of a say over who their state elected officials will be during the 2026 primaries.

How to vote in the March 2026 primary election in the Houston area

Early voting across Texas begins Feb. 17 and runs until Feb. 27. Election Day is March 3.

A Guide to the 2026 Texas Primary Elections

2026 is a midterm elections year. In Texas, this means that many terms are over and offices are up for election. Most notably, the seat for governor of the state is open, along with a seat in the U.S. Senate and other state and local offices. You might be questioning whether or not you should go vote, or if you should even register, and if you ask me, my answer is always YES.  To check your voter registration status, go here. (If you registered…