Austin News

After the general election, Texas voters with signature issues on their mail ballots or those who voted provisionally have until Tuesday, November 12 at 5 p.m. to rectify these issues to ensure their votes are counted.

"We need every Texan to have their voices heard in this election, which is why those who voted-by-mail should use the ballot tracking tool to ensure their ballot was received without issue," stated Anthony Gutierrez, executive director of Common Cause Texas. He emphasized that County Elections Departments in Texas should notify voters about any signature problems but urged voters to check their ballot status online as well.

To address issues with vote-by-mail ballots, voters are advised to track their ballot using an online tool or contact their county for details. To correct an ID-related provisional ballot issue, they must contact their County Elections Department and provide identification by signing a form by the deadline.

Voters who submitted provisional ballots due to lack of ID at polling places and did not sign a Reasonable Impediment Declaration should consult with their County’s Elections office regarding necessary documentation. This process needs completion within six days post-election; hence, the deadline falls on Tuesday, November 12 because of Monday's holiday.

Common Cause Texas advises voters to independently verify the status of mail ballots through county offices or online tools. Voters can seek assistance from the Election Protection hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE for questions or reporting issues.