Instead of a being limited to a single precinct, Harris County voters can now go to any polling place in the county on Election Day.

HOUSTON — Voters in Harris County will now be able to cast their ballots at any county polling place on Election Day.

Similar to early voting, you'll be able to choose from any location countywide instead of being limited to the precinct assigned to you.

For now, the options will include all existing polling places, along with early voting locations.

Texas Secretary of State David Whitely approved the switch to a Countywide Polling Place Program on Thursday.

With more than 2 million registered voters, Harris County is now the largest county in the country to implement the program.

“The voters of Harris County have made it clear that a Countywide Polling Place Program would have a positive impact on elections,” announced Harris County Clerk Dr. Diane Trautman.

By being able to choose from voting centers where they live, work or go to school, Trautman said the program will allow more Houstonians to exercise their right to vote.

The change begins with the May 4 election.

The Countywide Polling Place Program will be recommended for all future elections, including general, special, joint, primaries and runoffs.

Voters can find more information on the Countywide Polling Place Program by visiting www.HarrisVotes.com or by calling the Harris County Clerk’s office at 713.755.6965.

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