Maintenance Notice: Various applications including UCC, Notary and the Texas Register will be unavailable Saturday, March 28, from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Sunday, March 29.

IN-PERSON SERVICES FOR THE OFFICE OF THE TEXAS SECRETARY OF STATE HAVE MOVED TO 400 W. 15TH STREET. PARKING DETAILS AND MORE INFORMATION

Apostille/Authentication services now available by appointment on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Walk-in service available Mondays and Fridays. More Information

Election Notice: Election Night Returns

Texas Secretary of State Ensuring Ballot Integrity in Harris County after Election Night Delays in Results Reporting

November 3, 2021
Contact: Sam Taylor
512-463-6116

AUSTIN — The Texas Secretary of State's office is working to ensure the integrity of the ballot counting process in Harris County for the November 2 elections. Reportedly, the ballot counting was delayed due to a power outage at the central count location. The Secretary of State's office will work to ensure that all ballots were handled appropriately and counted validly.

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