There are a lot of elections and dates being floated around so we wanted to clear up some potential confusion with a quick FAQ:
The Run-off Election on January 31 (early voting January 21-27)
What is it?
- The Special Election in November for SD-9 did not result in one candidate garnering over 50% of the vote, so the top two candidates now compete in a runoff election, head-to-head competition with one winner to take over the SD-9 seat vacated by Kelly Hancock
- The two candidates are Taylor Rehmet (D) and Leigh Wambsganss (R)
Do you have to vote in the November Special Election to be able to vote in the runoff?
- Nope! Any and all registered voters (in SD-9) may vote for either candidate in the runoff
If you voted Republican in the November election, are you required to vote for the remaining Republican candidate in the runoff?
- Nope! You may vote for either candidate irrespective of how you cast your ballot in November
Do you have to vote in the runnoff to vote in the primary?
- Nope! These are two independent and separate elections
Do you have to live in SD-9 to vote in the runoff?
- Yes, only registered voters residing within SD-9 are able to vote in the runoff (check here to see if you are in SD-9)
Will I be able to vote at the same place I went in October/November?
- Check the Tarrant County Elections website to see which polling places will be available and closest to you during early voting or on election day: https://gisit.tarrantcounty.com/TCVL/
Do you have to vote early if you didn't vote early in October?
- Nope! While we strongly encourage early voting to avoid potential long wait times on election day, you are free to vote when is most convenient for you
My child turns 18 in January, can the register to vote now?
- Absolutely! Your child may register to vote at 17yr+10mo, download the voter registration form now (Texas does not have online voter registration), or contact our office should you need assistance info@tarrantdemocrats.org
What is the difference between the January and March elections?
- January is a runoff between the top two candidates from the November Special Election to fill the SD-9 seat vacated by Kelly Hancock, only those residing within SD-9 (look that up here) are eligible to vote in this election
- March is the primary election, your chance to choose the best Democratic candidates that you wish to see on the mid-term election ballots in November 2026; all registered voters are eligible to vote
If I did a mail-in ballot for the November Special Election, do I need to request again or will they know to send me one?
- It depends on how your 2025 ABBM was marked and if it was annual to include runoffs, or specific to an election; we recommend checking with Tarrant County Elections to confirm so you do not risk missing out on this important election: votebymail@tarrantcountytx.gov
What else do I need to know?
- Early voting for the runoff election begins January 21 and runs through January 27; we will add more information on locations and day/time as we learn more
- Runoff Election Day is January 31; this is a Saturday!
- The Primary Election in March will happen very quickly thereafter, so be sure to stay updated on all things voter/candidate related on our website, we are updating it multiple times per week, as candidates file and provide their information: https://tarrantdemocrats.org/voter-information/