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Hamilton County Elections Office

  

County Clerk

Rachel Lamb Geeslin 

102 N. Rice St., Suite 107

Hamilton, TX 76531

OFFICE (254) 386-1203

FAX (254) 386-8727

countyclerk@hamiltoncountytx.org

 

Voter Registrar

Terry Payne Short

102 N. Rice St., Suite 110

Hamilton, TX 76531

OFFICE (254) 386-1230

FAX (254) 386-1233

taxassessor@hamiltoncountytx.org

 

Click below to find who represents you!

¡Haga clic a continuación para encontrar quién le representa!

Who Represents Me? Find your Federal and State Representatives

¿Quién me representa? Encuentre a sus representantes federales y estatales

  • Election Training Course 

    https://pollworkertraining.sos.texas.gov/

    Election Worker Training

    When: Thursday October 17, 2024

    Time: 3:00- ?

    Where: Hamilton County Courtroom 

     

  • Federal Post Application

    https://www.fvap.gov/

    https://www.overseasvotefoundation.org/vote/home.htm

    The Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) is a form provided by federal law to permit members of the U.S. Armed Forces and Merchant Marines, their dependents, and U.S. citizens abroad to vote early by mail and, if necessary, to temporarily register to vote.

    Eligibility

     

    You are eligible to vote early with an FPCA if you are qualified to vote in Texas and you are:

    • A member of the U.S. armed forces, their spouse, or a dependent
    • A member of the U.S. merchant marines, their spouse, or a dependent
    • A U.S. citizen domiciled in Texas but temporarily living outside the territorial limits of the United States
  • Be a registered voter in Hamilton County at least 30 days before election day. 

    A qualified voter may vote by mail if the voter:

    • Will be 65or older on Election Day (Annual or Regular ABBM)
    • Has Disability (Annual or Regular ABBM)
    • Is Expecting to Give Birth Within Three Weeks Before or After Election Day (Regular ABBM)
    • Is Confined in Jail (Regular ABBM)
    • In Address Confidentiality Program (Regular ABBM)

    *Voters who are absent from the county because they are active-duty military or because they reside overseas should complete a Federal Post Card Application.

    • Is Military or Dependent of Military & Outside of Home Texas County (FPCA)
    • Is Temporarily Living Outside the United States (FPCA)
    • Is Living Outside the United States and Voter has Indicated their Intent to Return is Uncertain (FPCA)
    • Is a member of the National Guard or Dependent (FPCA)

    Download and print the Application for a Vote by Mail Ballot. ABBM

    Aplicación en Español ABBM Español

    Return the completed and signed application:

    Mail To: 

    Attn: Ballots by Mail
    Rachel Lamb Geeslin  

    Hamilton County Clerk                                                         

    102 N. Rice Street

    Suite 107
    Hamilton, TX 76531

     

    Please Note:

    • Application must be signed
    • Must provide your Driver's License # or last 4 of their Social Security #
    • Annual Application must be marked, if desired.
    • Reason for the request must be marked.
    • For Primaries only: Party must be indicated.

    Last day to receive applications for Ballots by Mail: Last business day at least 11 days before Election Day.

    First day to apply for Annual Ballot by Mail: January 1st

    or 60 days prior to an election scheduled in January or February

    In order to be counted, mail ballots must be received: By the close of polls on Election Day (Overseas Ballots – by last mail delivery on the fifth day after Election Day)

    Mail Ballots may be hand delivered on Election day by the Voter only to the County Clerks’ office.

  • Voter ID

    In order to vote in all Texas Elections, voters are required to present an approved form of photo identification (current or expired no more than 4 years) or fill out a Reasonable Impediment Declaration accompanied by one form of identification.

    Acceptable Forms of ID

    • Driver’s License
    • Election Identification Certificate
    • Personal Identification
    • Concealed Handgun License (License to Carry)
    • United States Military Identification Card
    • United States Citizenship Certificate
    • United States Passport

    VOTER ID

    Reasonable Impediment

    Voters who do not possess and cannot reasonably obtain a form of approved photo ID now have additional options when voting in person. These voters may vote by:

    1. Signing a declaration at the polls explaining why the voter is reasonably unable to obtain one of the acceptable forms of photo ID.
    2. Providing one of various forms of supporting documentation given below:
    • A certified birth certificate
    • A valid voter registration certificate
    • A copy or original of a current utility bill
    • A copy or original of a bank statement
    • A copy or original of a government check
    • A copy or original of a pay check
    • Other government document that shows the voter’s name and an address

     

    For more information visit  https://www.votetexas.gov/   

    Secretary of state On Voter ID  https://www.votetexas.gov/voting/need-id.html

    Special Notice for a “Forgotten” ID

    If a voter possesses an acceptable form of photo ID but does not have it at the polling place, the voter will still be permitted to vote provisionally. The voter will have six (6) days to present an acceptable form of photo identification to the county voter registrar or the voter’s ballot will be rejected. Alternatively, a voter who possesses an acceptable form of photo ID but does not have it at the polling place may choose to leave the polling place and return before the close of the polls on election day with said acceptable form of photo ID, if the voter would otherwise qualify, to vote a regular ballot at that time.

      

     

  • Poll Workers - Trabajadores Electorales

    Election Judges are paid $12 an hour and election clerks are paid $11. Primary Elections have special rules. In-person training is provided in Hamilton and is required.

    Los jueces electorales se les pagan 12 dólares la hora. Las elecciones primarias tienen reglas especiales. Se ofrece capacitación presencial en Hamilton y es obligatorio.

     

    Qualifications – Cualificaciones

    • Resident of Jurisdiction (Precinct, ISD, City, etc) Residente de Jurisdicción (Distrito, ISD, Ciudad, etc.)
    • Registered Voter - Votante registrado
    • Not hold an elected public office - No ocupar un cargo público electivo
    • Not be a candidate for public office on the same ballot - No ser candidato a un cargo público en la misma boleta
    • Not be employed by a candidate for public office on the same ballot - No ser empleado de un candidato a un cargo público en la misma boleta
    • Not be related by second degree to a candidate for public office on the same ballot No tener parentesco de segundo grado con un candidato a un cargo público en la misma boleta
    • Not be a campaign treasurer or manager of a candidate of that election - No ser tesorero o gerente de campaña de un candidato de esa elección
    • Not be finally convicted of an offense in connection with conduct directly attributable to an election - No haber sido condenado definitivamente por un delito relacionado con una conducta directamente atribuible a una elección.
    • Complete approved training – Completar el entrenamiento

     

    Appointment – Nombramiento

    • Democrat and Republican Parties each appoint a judge and alternate for all county voting precincts. Los partidos Demócrata y Republicano designan cada uno un juez y un suplente para todos los distritos electorales del condado.
    • Commissioners' Court accepts appointments yearly during the month of August. - El Tribunal de Comisionados acepta nombramientos anualmente durante el mes de agosto.
    • Appointments are for two years. - Los nombramientos son por dos años.

    Apply - Aplicar

    • Print Hamilton County Elections Poll Worker Form and return it to our office at Hamilton County Elections 102 N. Rice ST. Hamilton, TX 76442 or email: countyclerk@hamiltoncountytx.org -
    •  Imprima la solicitud y devuélvala a nuestra oficina en Hamilton County Elections 102 N. Rice ST. Hamilton, TX 76442 o envíela por correo electrónico a: countyclerk@hamiltoncountytx.org

     

    Texas Election Training Portal

    https://pollworkertraining.sos.texas.gov/

    Election Judges and clerk’s handbook

    2023 Election Judges and clerk’s handbook

     

  • Are you considering running for political office? 

    ¿Está usted considerando postularse para un cargo político?

      

    Most of the answers to your question can be found here, however if you would like more detailed information you will need to visit the Secretary of State website and the Texas Ethics Commission website.

    La mayoría de las respuestas a su pregunta se pueden encontrar aquí, sin embargo, si desea información más detallada deberá visitar el sitio web del Secretario de Estado y el sitio web de la Comisión de Ética de Texas.

    The very FIRST thing you need to know is, are you qualified? Qualifications for all public offices

    Lo primero que debes saber es: ¿estás cualificado? Requisitos para todos los cargos públicos.

    NOTE: Please be aware that all information a candidate files becomes PUBLIC RECORD and IS subject to the Public Information Act. Interested citizens, other candidates and members of the news media may ask to see the information that you file as a candidate.

    NOTA: Tenga en cuenta que toda la información que presente un candidato se convierte en REGISTRO PÚBLICO y está sujeta a la Ley de Información Pública. Los ciudadanos interesados, otros candidatos y miembros de los medios de comunicación pueden solicitar ver la información que presente como candidato.

    PRIMARY ELECTIONS are held in March of even numbered years.

    Las ELECCIONES PRIMARIAS se celebran en marzo de los años pares.

    The very FIRST thing you must do before announcing candidacy for ANY office is file a Campaign Treasurer Appointment.pdf form with our office.

    Lo PRIMERO que debe hacer antes de anunciar su candidatura para CUALQUIER cargo es presentar un formulario de nombramiento de tesorero de campaña en nuestra oficina.

    Application for Place on the General Primary Ballot.pdf 

    Solicitud de un lugar en la boleta electoral de las primarias generales

    Petition in Lieu of Filing Fee and or Petition for Judicial Office for Primary Election.pdf

    Petición en lugar de tarifa de presentación y/o petición para un cargo judicial para elecciones primarias

     

    Texas Ethics Commission Common Forms:

    Local Non-Judicial Candidates / Officeholders

    Candidatos/Funcionarios Locales No Judiciales

    Local Judicial Candidates / Officeholders

    Candidatos judiciales locales / funcionarios

    Additional forms you may need can be found on the Secretary of States website HERE.

    Puede encontrar formularios adicionales que pueda necesitar en el sitio web del Secretario de Estado AQUÍ.

    Filing Authority - County Elections Administrator

    Autoridad de archivo - Administrador de elecciones del condado

    All Candidates and or Officeholders for countywide offices, precinct specific offices within the county and single-county criminal district attorney must file the following forms with the LOCAL COUNTY ELECTIONS ADMINISTRATOR:

    Todos los candidatos y/o funcionarios para cargos a nivel de condado, cargos específicos de distrito dentro del condado y fiscales de distrito penal de un solo condado deben presentar los siguientes formularios ante el ADMINISTRADOR DE ELECCIONES DEL CONDADO LOCAL:

    *Appointment of Campaign Treasurer by a Candidate (Form CTA)

    * Nombramiento de tesorero de campaña por un candidato (formulario CTA)

    *Code of Fair Campaign Practices (Form CFCP)

    *Código de prácticas justas de campaña (Formulario CFCP)

    *Campaign Finance Report (Form C/OH)

    *Informe de finanzas de campaña (Formulario C/OH)

    *Amendments to any forms listed above

    *Modificaciones a cualquiera de los formularios enumerados anteriormente

    Texas Ethics Commission's Campaign Filing Schedule can be HERE.

    El calendario de presentación de candidaturas de campaña de la Comisión de Ética de Texas se puede consultar AQUÍ.

    NOTE: Single-County Criminal District Attorney candidates/officeholders must file their Personal Financial Statements (Form PFS) directly with the Texas Ethics Commission. For more information about this report please contact the Texas Ethics Commission at (512) 463-5800.

    NOTA: Los candidatos/funcionarios a Fiscal de Distrito Penal de un solo condado deben presentar sus Estados Financieros Personales (Formulario PFS) directamente ante la Comisión de Ética de Texas. Para obtener más información sobre este informe, comuníquese con la Comisión de Ética de Texas al (512) 463-5800.

     

    Filing Authority - County Chair

    Autoridad de archivo - Presidente del condado

    All Candidates / Officeholders for countywide offices, precinct specific offices within the county, single-county district judge and single-county criminal district attorney must file the following with the local county chair of their political party.

    Todos los candidatos/titulares de cargos para cargos a nivel de condado, cargos específicos de distrito dentro del condado, jueces de distrito de un solo condado y fiscales de distrito penal de un solo condado deben presentar lo siguiente ante el presidente del condado local de su partido político.

    *Application for a place on the Primary Ballot

    *Solicitud de un lugar en la boleta de las primarias

    *Filing Fee or Petition in Lieu of Filing Fee

    *Tarifa de presentación o petición en lugar de tarifa de presentación

    Forms

    Formularios

    Texas Secretary of State Candidates Forms - Here you will find Applications, Declarations, & Nomination Forms. Aquí encontrará solicitudes, declaraciones y formularios de nominación.

     

    Electioneering and Campaigning

    Campañas electorales y electorales

    Political Advertising- What you need to know

    Publicidad política: lo que necesitas saber

    Political Fundraising - What you need to know

    Recaudación de fondos políticos: lo que necesita saber

    Campaign Signs - TxDOT Rules - TxDOT only controls the placement of signs in relation to the highway. For other questions concerning campaign signs or political advertising, you may wish to visit the Texas Ethics Commission website

    El Departamento de Transporte de Texas (TxDOT) solo controla la ubicación de las señales en la carretera. Para otras preguntas sobre señales de campaña o publicidad política, visite el sitio web de la Comisión de Ética de Texas.

    IMPORTANT: The Comanche County Texas Elections Department will not answer questions pertaining to Texas Ethics Commission forms. These forms are legal documents which warrant legal advice from an attorney. The Commission has attorneys on staff available to assist you.

    IMPORTANTE: El Departamento de Elecciones del Condado de Comanche, Texas, no responderá preguntas relacionadas con los formularios de la Comisión de Ética de Texas. Estos formularios son documentos legales que requieren la asesoría de un abogado. La Comisión cuenta con abogados disponibles para ayudarle.

     

    https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/

    https://www.sos.state.tx.us/index.shtml

  • Hamilton County Elections

    The Hamilton County Elections Administration Office is committed to making the content of its web site accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities, and to ensuring its web site complies with Title II of The Americans with Disabilities Act and Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, by using World Wide Web Consortium's  (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Level AA.

    Third-Party Sites

    Some of the pages on the Hamilton County Elections web site may contain links to third-party sites. The Hamilton County Elections is not responsible for the online content or accessibility of third-party sites that do not relate to our programs, services, and activities.

    We Welcome Your Feedback

    If you have difficulty accessing information on our website because of a disability, please contact us. Be sure to include the information below, so we may contact you to provide the information in another format.

    Your name, Email address, Phone number, URL (web address) of the material you tried to access, and the problem you are experiencing.

     

    Contact Us:

    Hamilton County Elections

    countyclerk@hamiltoncountytx.org

    254-386-1204

     

    La Oficina de Administración de Elecciones del Condado de Hamilton se compromete a hacer que el contenido de su sitio web sea accesible para todos, incluidas las personas con discapacidades, y a garantizar que su sitio web cumpla con el Título II de la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades y las Secciones 504 y 508 de la Ley de Rehabilitación, mediante el uso de las Pautas de Accesibilidad al Contenido Web (WCAG) 2.0 Nivel AA del Consorcio World Wide Web (W3C).

    Sitios de terceros

    Algunas de las páginas del sitio web de Elecciones del Condado de Hamilton pueden contener enlaces a sitios de terceros. El Departamento de Elecciones del Condado de Hamilton no es responsable del contenido en línea ni de la accesibilidad de sitios de terceros que no se relacionen con nuestros programas, servicios y actividades.

    Agradecemos sus comentarios

    Si tiene dificultades para acceder a la información de nuestro sitio web debido a una discapacidad, comuníquese con nosotros. Asegúrese de incluir la siguiente información, para que podamos comunicarnos con usted y brindarle la información en otro formato.

    Su nombre, dirección de correo electrónico, número de teléfono, URL (dirección web) del material al que intentó acceder y el problema que está experimentando.

    Contáctenos:

    Elecciones del condado de Hamilton

    countyclerk@hamiltoncountytx.org

    254-386-1204

  • NOVEMBER 4, 2025 – ELECTION

    Wednesday, January 1, 2025 First Day to Apply for a Ballot By Mail (ABBM) or Federal Postcard  Application (FPCA)

    (Primer día para solicitar una boleta por correo utilizando la Solicitud de Boleta  por Correo (ABBM) o la Solicitud de Tarjeta Postal Federal (FPCA)

    Monday, October 6, 2025  Last Day to Register to Vote

      (Último día para registrarse a Votar)

    Monday, October 20, 2025 First Day of Early Voting

      (Primer día de votación anticipada)

    Friday, October 24, 2025  Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail (Received, not Postmarked)

    (Último día para solicitar la boleta por correo (recibida, no con matasellos)
    Friday, October 31, 2025 Last Day of Early Voting
    (Último día de votación anticipada anticipada)
    Tuesday, November 4, 2025 Election Day
    (Dia de las elecciones)
    Tuesday, November 4, 2025 Last Day to Receive Ballot by Mail
    (Último día para recibir la boleta por correo)

  • **These dates are subject to changes from the 2025 legislative session**
    Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - Primary Election
    First day to file for a place on the Primary ballot for precinct chair candidates. Tuesday, September 9, 2025  
    First day to file for all other candidates for offices that are regularly scheduled to be on the Primary ballot; first day for independent candidates to file declaration of intent. Saturday, November 8, 2025
    Filing deadline for primary candidates; filing deadline for independent candidates to file declaration of intent. Monday, December 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM  
    First day to apply for a ballot by mail using Application for a Ballot by Mail (ABBM) or Federal Postcard Application (FPCA). Thursday, January 1, 2026* 
    *First day to file does not move because of New Year’s Day holiday. An “Annual ABBM” or FPCA for a January or February 2026 election may be filed earlier, but not earlier than the 60th day before the date of the January or February election. 
    Last Day to Register to Vote Monday, February 2, 2026
    First Day of Early Voting Tuesday, February 17, 2026*
    *First business day after President's Day
    Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail (Received, not Postmarked) Friday, February 20, 2026
    Last Day of Early Voting Friday, February 27, 2026 
    Last day to Receive Ballot by Mail Tuesday, March 3, 2026 (Election Day) at 7:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is not postmarked, OR Wednesday, March 4, 2026 (next business day after Election Day) at 5:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7:00 p.m. at the location of the election on Election Day (unless overseas or military voter deadlines apply)4 

  • Saturday, May 2, 2026 – Uniform Election Date (Limited)
    Authority Conducting Elections Local Non-County Political Subdivisions
    (County-ordered elections may not be held on this date. County Election Official may, but is not required to, contract to provide election services to political subdivisions holding elections on this date.)
    Deadline to post candidate requirements5 Form 1-20 Friday, May 2, 2025
    Deadline to Post Notice of Candidate Filing Deadline (Local Non-County Political Subdivisions Only)1 Monday, December 15, 2025
    First Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail Thursday, January 1, 2026*  
    *First day to file does not move because of New Year’s Day holiday.  An “Annual ABBM” or FPCA for a January or February 2026 election may be filed earlier, but not earlier than the 60th day before the date of the January or February election.
    Last Day for Candidates Planning to File for a Place on the General Election Ballot (Local Non-County Political Subdivisions Only) to Register to Vote or Update Voter Registration Tuesday, January 13, 2026
    First Day to File for a Place on the General Election Ballot (Local Non-County Political Subdivisions Only)1 Wednesday, January 14, 2026
    Last Day to Order General Election or Special Election on a Measure Friday, February 13, 2026   
    Last Day to File for a Place on the General Election Ballot (Local Non-County Political Subdivisions Only)2 Friday, February 13, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. 
    See note below relating to four-year terms3
    Last Day to File a Declaration of Write-in Candidacy (Local Non-County Political Subdivisions Only) Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. 
    Last Day to Register to Vote Thursday, April 2, 2026    
    First Day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance Monday, April 20, 2026    
    Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail (Received, not Postmarked) Monday, April 20, 2026   
    (deadline falls on San Jacinto Day, moves to preceding business day)
    Last Day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance Tuesday, April 28, 2026   
    Last day to Receive Ballot by Mail Saturday, May 2, 2026 (Election Day) at 7:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is not postmarked, OR Monday, May 4, 2026 (next business day after Election Day) at 5:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7:00 p.m. at the location of the election on Election Day (unless overseas or military voter deadlines apply)4 

     

    **These dates are subject to changes from the 2026 legislative session**

  • Tuesday, May 26, 2026 – Primary Runoff Election
    First day to apply for a ballot by mail using Application for a Ballot by Mail (ABBM) or Federal Postcard Application (FPCA) Thursday, January 1, 2026*
    *First day to file does not move because of New Year’s Day holiday. An “Annual ABBM” or FPCA for a January or February 2026 election may be filed earlier, but not earlier than the 60th day before the date of the January or February election.
    Last Day to Register to Vote Monday, April 27, 2026
    Last Day to Apply by Mail (Received, not Postmarked) Friday, May 15, 2026
    First Day of Early Voting Monday, May 18, 2026
    Last Day of Early Voting Friday, May 22, 2026
    Last Day to Receive Ballot by Mail Tuesday, May 26, 2026 (Election Day) at 7:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is not postmarked, OR Wednesday, May 27, 2026 (next business day after Election Day) at 5:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7:00 p.m. at the location of the election on Election Day (unless overseas or military voter deadlines apply)4  
    **These dates are subject to changes from the 2026 legislative session**
  • Tuesday, November 3, 2026 - Uniform Election Date
    Deadline to post candidate requirements5 Form 1-20
    Monday, November 3, 2025
    First Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail Thursday, January 1, 2026*
    *First day to file does not move because of New Year’s Day holiday. An “Annual ABBM” or FPCA for a January or February 2026 election may be filed earlier, but not earlier than the 60th day before the date of the January or February election.
    Deadline to Post Notice of Candidate Filing Deadline (Local Non-County Political Subdivisions Only) Thursday, June 18, 2026 for local political subdivisions that have a first day to file for their candidates1
    Last Day for Candidates Planning to File for a Place on the General Election Ballot (Local Non-County Political Subdivisions Only) to Register to Vote or Update Voter Registration Friday, July 17, 2026
    First Day to File for a Place on the General Election Ballot (Local Non-County Political Subdivisions Only)1 Saturday, July 18, 2026
    First Day to File a Declaration of Write-in Candidacy (General Election for State and County Officers) Monday, July 20, 2026
    Last Day to Order General Election or Special Election on a Measure Monday, August 17, 2026
    Last Day to File for a Place on the General Election Ballot (Local Non-County Political Subdivisions Only)2 Monday, August 17, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.  
    See note below relating to four-year terms 3
    Last Day to File a Declaration of Write-in Candidacy (General Election for State and County Officers) Monday, August 17, 2026
    Last Day to File a Declaration of Write-in Candidacy (Local Non-County Political Subdivisions Only) Friday, August 21, 2026
    Last Day to Register to Vote Monday, October 5, 2026
    First Day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance Monday, October 19, 2026
    Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail (Received, not Postmarked) Friday, October 23, 2026
    Last Day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance Friday, October 30, 2026
    Last day to Receive Ballot by Mail Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (Election Day) at 7:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is not postmarked, OR Wednesday, November 4, 2026 (next business day after Election Day) at 5:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7:00 p.m. at the location of the election on Election Day (unless overseas or military voter deadlines apply)4

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    **These dates are subject to changes from the 2026 legislative session**
  • In Texas, a Constitutional Amendment Election is a type of election in which voters decide whether to approve proposed changes to the Texas Constitution. These amendments are typically proposed by the Texas Legislature during a regular or special legislative session.

    Voters in Texas can approve or reject each proposed amendment. The proposed amendments cover a wide range of topics, including government operations, taxes, property rights, and other legal matters. If approved, the amendment becomes part of the Texas Constitution.

    **These dates are subject to changes from the 2025 legislative session**

    November 4, 2025 - Uniform Election Date
    Authority conducting elections County Elections Officer/Local political subdivisions
    Deadline to post candidate requirements5 Form 1-20 Monday, November 4, 2024
     First day to apply for a ballot by mail using Application for a Ballot by Mail (ABBM) or Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) Wednesday, January 1, 2025*  

    *First day to apply does not move because of New Year’s Day holiday.  An “Annual ABBM” or FPCA for a January or February 2025 election may be filed earlier, but not earlier than the 60th day before the date of the January or February election.
    Deadline to post notice of candidate filing deadline Friday, June 20, 2025* for local political subdivisions that have a first day to file for their candidates1

    *First business day after Juneteenth
    First Day to File for Place on General Election Ballot (for local political subdivisions ONLY)1 Saturday, July 19, 2025 (“first day” does not move; office hours not required)
    Last Day to Order General Election or Election on a Measure Monday, August 18, 2025
    Last Day to File for Place on General Election Ballot (for local political subdivisions ONLY)2 Monday, August 18, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. See note below relating to four-year terms 3
    Last Day to Register to Vote Monday, October 6, 2025
    First Day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance Monday, October 20, 2025 (17th day before election day falls on a Saturday, first day moves to next business day)
    Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail

    (Received, not Postmarked)
    Friday, October 24, 2025
    Last Day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance Friday, October 31, 2025
    Last day to Receive Ballot by Mail Tuesday, November 4, 2025 (election day) at 7:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is not postmarked, OR Wednesday, November 5, 2025 (next business day after Election Day) at 5:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7:00 p.m. at the location of the election on Election Day (unless overseas or military voter deadlines apply)4

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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    Ballot Order for Constitutional Amendment Election

     

    Proposition 1 (SJR 59) "The constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the permanent technical institution infrastructure fund and the available workforce education fund to support the capital needs of educational programs offered by the Texas State Technical College System."

    Proposition 2 (SJR 18)"The constitutional amendment prohibiting the imposition of a tax on the realized or unrealized capital gains of an individual, family, estate, or trust."

    Proposition 3 (SJR 5) "The constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances to persons accused of certain offenses punishable as a felony."

    Proposition 4 (HJR 7) "The constitutional amendment to dedicate a portion of the revenue derived from state sales and use taxes to the Texas water fund and to provide for the allocation and use of that revenue."

    Proposition 5 (HJR 99) "The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation tangible personal property consisting of animal feed held by the owner of the property for sale at retail."

    Proposition 6 (HJR 4) "The constitutional amendment prohibiting the legislature from enacting a law imposing an occupation tax on certain entities that enter into transactions conveying securities or imposing a tax on certain securities transactions."

    Proposition 7 (HJR 133) "The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a veteran who died as a result of a condition or disease that is presumed under federal law to have been service-connected."

    Proposition 8 (HJR 2) "The constitutional amendment to prohibit the legislature from imposing death taxes applicable to a decedent's property or the transfer of an estate, inheritance, legacy, succession, or gift."

    Proposition 9 (HJR 1) "The constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation a portion of the market value of tangible personal property a person owns that is held or used for the production of income."

    Proposition 10 (SJR 84) "The constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for a temporary exemption from ad valorem taxation of the appraised value of an improvement to a residence homestead that is completely destroyed by a fire."

    Proposition 11 (SJR 85) "The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to increase the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district of the market value of the residence homestead of a person who is elderly or disabled."

    Proposition 12 (SJR 27) "The constitutional amendment regarding the membership of the State Commission on Judicial Conduct, the membership of the tribunal to review the commission's recommendations, and the authority of the commission, the tribunal, and the Texas Supreme Court to more effectively sanction judges and justices for judicial misconduct."

    Proposition 13 (SJR 2) "The constitutional amendment to increase the amount of the exemption of residence homesteads from ad valorem taxation by a school district from $100,000 to $140,000."

    Proposition 14 (SJR 3) "The constitutional amendment providing for the establishment of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, establishing the Dementia Prevention and Research Fund to provide money for research on and prevention and treatment of dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and related disorders in this state, and transferring to that fund $3 billion from state general revenue."

    Proposition 15 (SJR 34) "The constitutional amendment affirming that parents are the primary decision makers for their children."

    Proposition 16 (SJR 37) "The constitutional amendment clarifying that a voter must be a United States citizen."

    Proposition 17 (HJR 34) "The constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the amount of the market value of real property located in a county that borders the United Mexican States that arises from the installation or construction on the property of border security infrastructure and related improvements."

    Textos de la boleta electoral para la Elección de Enmiendas Constitucionales del 4 de noviembre de 2025

    Número de propuesta 1 - SJR 59 “La enmienda constitucional que dispone la creación del fondo permanente de infraestructura de instituciones técnicas y el fondo de educación de la fuerza laboral disponible para apoyar las necesidades de capital de los programas educativos ofrecidos por el Sistema de Universidades Técnicas del Estado de Texas”.

    Número de propuesta 2 - SJR 18 “La enmienda constitucional que prohíbe la imposición de un impuesto sobre las ganancias de capital realizadas o no realizadas de un individuo, familia, patrimonio o fideicomiso”.

    Número de propuesta 3 - SJR 5 “La enmienda constitucional que exige la denegación de la libertad bajo fianza en determinadas circunstancias a las personas acusadas de ciertos delitos sancionables como delito grave”.

    Número de propuesta 4 - HJR 7 “La enmienda constitucional para destinar al fondo de agua de Texas parte de los ingresos derivados de los impuestos estatales sobre las ventas y sobre el uso, así como para estipular la asignación y el uso de esos ingresos”.

    Número de propuesta 5 - HJR 99 “La enmienda constitucional que autoriza a la legislatura a eximir de impuestos ad valorem los bienes muebles tangibles consistentes en alimento para animales en poder del propietario del bien para su venta al por menor”.

    Número de propuesta 6 - HJR 4 “La enmienda constitucional que prohíbe a la legislatura promulgar una ley que imponga un impuesto ocupacional a determinadas entidades que realicen transacciones de transmisión de valores o que imponga un impuesto a determinadas transacciones de valores”.

    Número de propuesta 7 - HJR 133 “La enmienda constitucional que autoriza a la legislatura a establecer una exención de impuestos ad valorem de la totalidad o parte del valor de mercado de la residencia familiar del cónyuge sobreviviente de un veterano fallecido como resultado de una condición o enfermedad que se presupone, según la ley federal, haber estado relacionadas con el servicio”.

    Número de propuesta 8 - HJR 2 “La enmienda constitucional para prohibir que la legislatura imponga impuestos sucesorios aplicables a la propiedad de un difunto o a la transferencia de un patrimonio, herencia, legado, sucesión o donación”.

    Número de propuesta 9 - HJR 1 “La enmienda constitucional para autorizar a la legislatura a eximir de impuestos ad valorem una parte del valor de mercado de los bienes muebles tangibles que posea una persona y que se mantengan o utilicen para la producción de ingresos”.

    Número de propuesta 10 - SJR 84 “La enmienda constitucional para autorizar a la legislatura a prever una exención temporal de impuestos ad valorem del valor tasado de una mejora a una residencia familiar que haya sido completamente destruida por un incendio”.

    Número de propuesta 11 - SJR 85 “La enmienda constitucional que autoriza a la legislatura a aumentar el monto de la exención de impuestos ad valorem por un distrito escolar del valor de mercado de la residencia familiar de una persona de edad avanzada o discapacitada”.

    Número de propuesta 12 - SJR 27 “La enmienda constitucional relativa a la composición de la Comisión Estatal de Conducta Judicial, la composición del tribunal para revisar las recomendaciones de la comisión, y la autoridad de la comisión, el tribunal y la Corte Suprema de Texas para sancionar más eficazmente a los jueces y magistrados por mala conducta judicial”.

    Número de propuesta 13 - SJR 2 “La enmienda constitucional para aumentar el monto de la exención de impuestos ad valorem de las residencias familiares por un distrito escolar de $100,000 a $140,000”.

    Número de propuesta 14 - SJR 3 “La enmienda constitucional que prevé la creación del Instituto de Prevención e Investigación de la Demencia de Texas, estableciendo el Fondo de Prevención e Investigación de la Demencia para destinar dinero para la investigación, prevención y tratamiento de la demencia, la enfermedad de Alzheimer, la enfermedad de Parkinson y trastornos relacionados en este estado, y transfiriendo a dicho fondo $3 mil millones de los ingresos generales del estado”.

    Número de propuesta 15 - SJR 34 “La enmienda constitucional que afirma que los padres son los principales responsables de la toma de decisiones para sus hijos”.

    Número de propuesta 16 - SJR 37 “La enmienda constitucional que aclara que un votante debe ser ciudadano de los Estados Unidos”.

    Número de propuesta 17 - HJR 34 “La enmienda constitucional para autorizar a la legislatura a establecer una exención de impuestos ad valorem del monto del valor de mercado de los bienes inmuebles ubicados en un condado fronterizo con los Estados Unidos Mexicanos que surja de la instalación o construcción en la propiedad de infraestructura de seguridad fronteriza y mejoras relacionadas”.

     

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    IMPORTANT DATES (FECHAS IMPORTANTES)

    Wednesday, January 1, 2025 First Day to Apply for a Ballot By Mail (ABBM) or Federal Postcard  Application (FPCA)

    (Primer día para solicitar una boleta por correo utilizando la Solicitud de Boleta  por Correo (ABBM) o la Solicitud de Tarjeta Postal Federal (FPCA)

    Monday, October 6, 2025  Last Day to Register to Vote

      (Último día para registrarse a Votar)

    Monday, October 20, 2025 First Day of Early Voting

      (Primer día de votación anticipada)

    Friday, October 24, 2025  Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail (Received, not Postmarked)

    (Último día para solicitar la boleta por correo (recibida, no con matasellos)
    Friday, October 31, 2025 Last Day of Early Voting
    (Último día de votación anticipada anticipada)
    Tuesday, November 4, 2025 Election Day
    (Dia de las elecciones)
    Tuesday, November 4, 2025 Last Day to Receive Ballot by Mail
    (Último día para recibir la boleta por correo)

     

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    Orders & Notices (Órdenes y avisos)

    Coming Soon!

     

     

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    Sample Ballots (Papeletas de muestra)

    Coming soon!

     

     

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    ELECTION DAY POLLING LOCATIONS - LUGARES DE VOTACIÓN EL DÍA DE LAS ELECCIONES

     

     

     

  • Last Day to Register to Vote 

    Monday, October 7, 2024

    Último día para registrarse para votar

    Lunes, 7 de octubre del 2024

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    Last day to Apply for a Ballot by Mail  (ABBM)

    Friday, October 25, 2024 

    Último día para solicitar una boleta por correo (ABBM)

    Viernes 25 de octubre del 2024

     

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    Last day to Apply for a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) 

    Friday, October 25, 2024 

     

    Viernes 25 de octubre del 2024

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    Early Voting 

    Monday, October 21, 2024 (First day of early voting)

    7:30 am-4:30 pm 

    Tuesday, October 22, 2024

    7:30 am-4:30 pm 

    Wednesday, October 23, 2024

    7:30 am-4:30 pm 

    Thursday, October 24, 2024

    7:30 am-4:30 pm 

    Friday, October 25, 2024

    7:30 am-4:30 pm 

    Saturday, October 26, 2024

    7:00 am-7:00 pm 

    Sunday, October 27, 2024

    8:00 am-2:00 pm 

    Monday, October 28, 2024

    7:00 am-7:00 pm

    Tuesday, October 29, 2024

    7:00 am-7:00 pm

    Wednesday, October 30, 2024

    7:00 am-7:00 pm

    Thursday, October 31, 2024

    7:00 am-7:00 pm

    Friday, November 1, 2024 (Last day of early voting)

    7:00 am-7:00 pm

    Location for early voting

    Hamilton Courthouse 

    102 N. Rice St. 

    Hamilton, TX 76531

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    Last Day to Receive Ballot by Mail 

    Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 7:00 pm

    Último día para recebir una boleta por correo (ABBM)

    El Martes 5 de noviembre del 2024 a las 7:00 de la tarde.

     

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    Election Day 

    Tuesday, November 5, 2024 

    7:00 am - 7:00 pm 

    Locations

    Hamilton Precinct #1 Jonesboro Precinct #4 Lanham Precinct #5

    Hamilton Courthouse              Jonesboro School  (Library)            Lanham Methodist Church 

    102 N. Rice St. 14909 East. Hwy. 36                  11715 FM 1602

    Hamilton, TX 76531                 Jonesboro, TX 76538                Jonesboro, TX 76538

     

    Hico Precinct #7 Shive Precinct #9 Aleman Precinct #12

    Hico Community Center  Shive Volunteer Fire Dept. St. Paul Lutheran Church (Fellowship Hall )

    101 N. Railroad  140 CR 518 1446 FM 3340

    Hico, TX 76457 Hamilton, TX 76531 Hamilton, TX 76531

     

    Pottsville Precinct #14 Carlton Precinct #15 Evant Precinct #17

    Pottsville Volunteer Fire Dept.         Carlton Baptist Church   Evant Church of Christ

    12060 FM 218 5750 W. FM 219  310 West Brooks Drive 

    Pottsville, TX 76565                         Carlton, TX 76436  Evant, TX 76525

     

    Hamilton Precinct #22 Hamilton Precinct #23 

    Hamilton Courthouse  Hamilton Courthouse 

    102 N. Rice St. 102 N. Rice St.

    Hamilton, TX 76531 Hamilton, TX 76531

     

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    Sample Ballot for November 2024 General Election / Boletas de muestra para las elecciones Generales de Noviembre 2024

    Precinct 1 Sample Ballot

    Precinct 4 Sample Ballot

    Precinct 5 Sample Ballot

    Precinct 7 Sample Ballot

    Precinct 9 Sample Ballot

    Precinct 12 Sample Ballot

    Precinct 14 Sample Ballot

    Precinct 15 Sample Ballot

    Precinct 17 Sample Ballot

    Precinct 22 Sample Ballot

    Precinct 23 Sample Ballot

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    Notices/ Avisos

    Order Of Election

    Proclamation by the Governor of the State Of Texas

    Public Notice of Automatic Tabulating Equiptment

    Notices of Election

    Notice of Delivery of Provisional Ballots

    Notice for Early Voting on Saturday and Sunday

    Notice of Partial Manual Count

     

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    Election Results / Resultados de las elecciones

    Official Pct. x Pct. Results

    Official Summary Results

    Official Election Reconciliation

    Canvass of General Election

    Certification on Completed Partial Manual Count

    2024 General Canvass Document

  • Last Day to Register to Vote

    Monday, April 29, 2024

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    Last Day to Apply for a Ballot by Mail

    Friday, May 17, 2024

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    Early Voting

    Location for Precinct 1, Precinct 2, Precinct 3, Precinct 4

    Hamilton Courthouse 

    102 N. Rice St.

    Suite 107

    Hamilton, TX 76531

    Monday, May 20, 2024 (First Day of Early Voting)

    7: 00 am - 7:00 pm

    Tuesday, May 21, 2024 

    7: 00 am - 7:00 pm

    Wednesday, May 22, 2024 

    7: 00 am - 7:00 pm

    Thursday, May 23, 2024 

    7: 00 am - 7:00 pm

    Friday May 24, 2024 (Last Day of Early Voting)

    7: 00 am - 7:00 pm 

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    Last Day to Receive Ballot by Mail

    Tuesday May 28, 2024 at 7:00 pm. 

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    Election Day

    Tuesday May 28, 2024

    7:00 am -7:00 pm.

    Location for Precinct 1, Precinct 2, Precinct 4

    Hamilton Courthouse 

    102 N. Rice ST.

    Hamilton, TX 76531

     

    Location for Precinct 3

    Hico Community Center 

    100 N Railroad Avenue

    Hico, TX 76457

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    Democratic Party Primary Run-off Election Sample Ballot

    Democratic Party Primary Runoff Election

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    Notices 

    Primary Runoff Notice of Public L and A testing

    Notice of Runoff Primary Election

    Notification of Election Worker Training

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    Election Results 

    May 28 2024 Democratic Primary Runoff Official Results

    May 28 2024 Primary Runoff Precinct by Precinct Official Results

    Election Night Return