Voting
See our Voting videos in ASL.
Get help: If you have a disability and are having problems voting, call the DRTx Voting Rights Hotline at 1-888-796-VOTE (8683) or email vote@drtx.org.
Disability Rights Texas is designated by the Help America Vote Act to ensure accessible voting in Texas. We train people with disabilities on voting rights, survey polling places for accessibility, work with election officials, and respond to legislative inquiries.
Resources for Election Workers: DRTx provides resources to help election workers ensure polling sites are fully accessible.
Featured
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Voter Accommodation Request Tool
Use this tool to create an accommodation request that you can share with poll workers so they know what accommodation you need to vote.
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Important Information Regarding Postmarks on Voter Registration and Mail-in Ballots
The post office made some changes, so mail your election-related items as early as possible to ensure they're received by the deadline.
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Recent Changes to Curbside Voting
If you plan to vote curbside in the upcoming election, be aware of the recent changes to how it will work in Texas.
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Ballot by Mail Checklist
The Ballot by Mail Checklist provides guidance to help you apply for a Ballot by Mail, track your application status, and get additional help if you need it.
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Voting Rights of People with Disabilities
You have the right to vote whether you have a disability or not, as long as you are registered to vote in Texas. This handout provides information on the rights of voters with disabilities.
Handouts
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Your Voting Rights and Accommodations
This handout covers what you need to know about alternatives to voting in-person on Election Day. Alternatives include voting by mail, early voting, and curbside voting. Also covered are some important rights and accommodations that you can access.
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ExpressVote Voting System
The ExpressVote Voting System may be used at your polling place during elections. Learn about the technology and get familiar with its features.
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Instructions for Hart Touch Voting System
A Hart direct-record electronic (DRE) voting system may be used at your polling place during elections. Get familiar with the system and how to navigate it.
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Alternative Voting Options
Alternatives for people without access to traditional voting methods. Alternatives covered include vote by mail, voting early, and curbside voting.
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Understanding Your Texas Voter Registration Certificate
Learn how to understand the Voter Registration Certificate you'll receive in the mail. This handout will help you use your certificate to identify your precinct, as well as which elections and races you can vote in.
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Polling Place Accessibility Survey (Short Version)
A brief survey for voters, poll workers, or election officials to complete to determine if their polling site is accessible to people with disabilities.
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Voter ID Exemption – Proving Disability
If you are a voter with a disability that does not have a photo ID, find out how you can get a permanent exemption from the photo ID requirement.
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Basic Guide to Polling Place Accessibility
How to check if a polling place is accessible and in compliance with the law.
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Polling Place Accessibility & Ensuring Effective Interaction
This handout covers how to ensure a polling place is accessible and provides tips for effectively interacting with people with disabilities.
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Provisional Ballots
When and how to use a provisional ballot in Texas.
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Voting Rights for People with Disabilities Picture Book
This easy-to-read book provides people with disabilities information about their voting rights.
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How to Register to Vote in Texas
Learn what you need to know so you can register to vote in Texas.
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Voter ID in Texas
Learn about what ID you need to vote in Texas, and what to do if you are a person with a disability who does not have an ID.
Publications
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Voting Rights Poster
Display the voting rights poster in your office or building so voters know their rights.
Videos
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Your Vote Matters
In this short video, people with disabilities talk about what it was like voting for the first time, and why it's important to vote and have your voice heard.
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Get Ready to Vote
Are you ready to vote? Learn about IDs, polling places, and getting help so you're ready.
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Different Ways to Vote
Learn about different ways to vote, including voting early in-person and voting by mail.
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Your Rights at the Polls
Learn about your rights when voting, like your right to a physically accessible polling place, accessible communications, assistive technologies, and more.
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Ballot by Mail Checklist in ASL
This video in ASL provides guidance to help you apply for a Ballot by Mail, track your application status, and get additional help if you need it.
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Voting Rights for the Deaf Community
This video covers everything the deaf community needs to know about voting in Texas, including eligibility, registration, and voting methods.