Campaign season is officially underway ahead of the 2026 midterm primary election and midterm General Election.

While voters will not be deciding a presidential race next year ― a fact that is likely to keep turnout low ― Texas voters will be weighing in on important races for U.S. Senate, governor and lieutenant governor. Locally, El Paso voters will elect members to the Texas House of Representatives, as well as the El Paso County Commissioners Court and El Paso City Council.

Here are some of the key races to watch, as well as important dates and voting information.

Important 2026 election dates

Following is a breakdown of important dates related to the March 2026 primary:

First day to apply for a vote-by-mail ballot: Jan. 1, 2026

Voter registration deadline: Feb. 2, 2026 (postmark

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