Election Day in Texas is set for Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. Polling places will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and voters who are still in line at 7 p.m. will be allowed to cast their ballots.
State Board of Education seats up for election
Voters will decide eight seats on the Texas State Board of Education (SBOE). The districts holding elections are 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 13 and 14. The remaining districts—1, 3, 4, 10, 11, 12 and 15—are not up for a regular vote this cycle, although District 4 will have a race to fill an unexpired term.
District 2 covers the Texas Gulf Coast, District 5 spans the Hill Country, and Districts 6 through 8 are located near Houston. District 9 includes parts of Dallas, Hunt, Rockwall and Kaufman counties and extends eastward. District 13 reaches into Dallas and Tarrant counties, while District 14 dips into Dallas County and surrounds the Metroplex to the south and southwest.
North Texas districts
For voters in North Texas, the districts on the ballot are 9, 13 and 14. These areas will see candidates vying for seats that influence statewide education policy, curriculum standards and textbook adoption.
Other races on the ballot
In addition to the SBOE contests, the 2026 midterm ballot includes a full slate of federal, state and county races. Texans will vote for U.S. Senate and House seats, as well as Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Comptroller, GLO Commissioner, Agriculture Commissioner, Railroad Commissioner and the entire Texas Senate and House. County races cover Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Kaufman, Rockwall and Tarrant counties, including the Tarrant County Judge.
Judicial elections are also on the ballot, featuring positions on the Texas Supreme Court, Court of Criminal Appeals and various Courts of Appeals.
Bonds, propositions and write‑in candidates
Several bonds and propositions will be decided by voters, with details broken down by schools, municipalities and counties. A list of certified write‑in candidates is also available for those who wish to support independent or third‑party options.
How to get to the polls
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Stay informed, review the candidate lists for your district, and make your voice heard on Nov. 3.
Original reporting: Richardson, TX News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
