Montgomery County voters eager to participate in the 2026 midterm elections can start early voting on Monday, Oct. 19. The county has opened ten polling locations where any registered voter may cast a ballot, regardless of precinct, through Friday, Oct. 30.

Early‑voting schedule and locations

Polling places operate on the following hours:

• Mon‑Fri, Oct. 19‑23: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Sat, Oct. 24: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Sun, Oct. 25: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Mon‑Fri, Oct. 26‑30: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Voters can find the nearest site and view sample ballots through the county’s online portal. The last day to register to vote was Oct. 5, but those who missed the deadline can still verify their registration status online.

Mail‑in ballot deadline

Residents who qualify for absentee voting must submit their application by Oct. 23 for the November 3 election. The application is available on the county website and can be mailed or delivered in person to the elections administrator.

What’s on the ballot?

Montgomery County voters will decide on a slate of local and state offices. Unopposed incumbents include District Attorney Mike Holley, District Clerk Melisa Miller, County Clerk Brandon Steinmann, County Treasurer Melanie Bush, Precinct 2 Commissioner Charlie Riley, and Precinct 4 Commissioner Matt Gray.

Contested races feature:

• U.S. Representative, District 2 – Steve Toth (R) vs. Shaun Finnie (D)
• U.S. Representative, District 8 – Jessica Hart Steinmann (R) vs. Laura Jones (D)
• State Representative, District 15 – Brad Bailey (R) vs. Moniqua S. Scott (D) vs. Jessi Cowart (L)
• State Representative, District 16 – Will Metcalf* (R) vs. Bobbie Clayton (D) vs. Mark Keough* (R) vs. James Graf (D)
• Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 – Scott Carson (R) vs. John A. Lagway, Jr. (D)
• Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 – Brittany Gable‑Hale (R) vs. Charles B. “Chuck” Meyer (D)

Additional positions include seats on the Montgomery Central Appraisal District Board, Conroe ISD and Willis ISD trustee boards, and several city council seats in Roman Forest and The Woodlands Township.

Photo‑ID requirement

Texas law mandates that voters present an approved photo ID at the polls. Acceptable forms include a Texas driver’s license, election identification certificate, personal identification card, handgun license, U.S. military ID, U.S. citizenship certificate, or a U.S. passport. Voters without a photo ID may complete a reasonable‑impediment declaration and present an alternative document such as a utility bill or bank statement.

Limited ballots for out‑of‑county voters

Those who have moved but remain registered in another county can still cast a limited ballot for races shared between the two counties. Limited ballots are only available during early voting and must be submitted in person at the Central Library polling location in Conroe.

Election Day

On Nov. 3, voters must go to the precinct where they are registered. The county’s online database allows voters to confirm their precinct and locate the appropriate polling place.

With extended early‑voting hours and clear guidance on ID requirements, Montgomery County aims to make the 2026 midterm elections accessible and orderly for all residents.

Original reporting: Community Impact — Houston — read the source article.