Texas

Candidates who support common-sense gun safety laws are running up and down the ballot this year in Texas. Learn more and plan your vote.

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In an average year, 4,471 people die by guns in Texas. More at EveryStat.

#32

in the country for Gun Law Strength (down from #30 last year). Learn more about Gun Law Rankings.

Texas Voter Registration Deadlines — 2026 Statewide General Election

As always, it’s best to double-check your state’s election website to verify the information outlined below and to see any recent changes to election rules: Texas Election Website

Upcoming Statewide Election Dates in Texas

General: November 3, 2026

In-Person Voter Registration Deadline

General Election: October 5, 2026, is the last day for Texas residents to register in person to vote in the general election.

Learn more about in-person voter registration in Texas.

Mail Voter Registration Deadline

General Election: October 5, 2026, is the last day for Texas resident voter registration applications to be received by your county election office via mail.

Use the Gun Sense Voter registration tool to access Texas’ voter registration form. You will have the option to download Texas’ voter registration form. Texas allows existing voters to update their voter registration online.