Secretary Nelson reminds eligible Texas voters to register, prepare for May 6 local elections

Mar. 22—AUSTIN — Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson today reminded all eligible Texas voters to make sure they are registered to vote by Thursday, April 6 to vote in the May 6 local elections across the State of Texas.

Not all local governmental entities will be holding elections on May 6, and Texas voters should check with their county elections office for more information on which municipalities, school districts, and other local political subdivisions will be holding elections.

Early voting begins on Monday, April 24 and runs through Tuesday, May 2. Election Day is Saturday, May 6.

"If you are not already registered to vote in the upcoming local elections — there is still time! Make sure to submit your voter registration application to your county voter registrar by Thursday, April 6th so that you can have an opportunity to make your voice heard in your local community," Secretary Nelson said in a press release.

"Remember: if you're already registered but need to update your address or other information, you can do it all online."

"All eligible Texas voters should to exercise their most sacred right by getting involved at the local level and casting a ballot in the upcoming May election, and that starts with getting registered by April 6th."

Those who need to register can do so at https://vrapp.sos.state.tx.us/index.asp.