Action News! January 2024

Action News! January 2024

Happy New Year!

As we approach another critical election year, the spread of mis- and disinformation surrounding our elections and democracy is already on the rise. This is a time when the issues we deeply care about, including women's reproductive rights and bodily autonomy, immigration, public education, gun safety, and voting rights, are indirectly determined by the candidates we choose to support at the polls.

Fortunately, the League of Women Voters of Texas is here to empower you as an informed voter. Our trusted nonpartisan Voters Guide and VOTE411.org provide valuable resources to help you select candidates who best represent your values.

It’s a new year, and that means if you are eligible to vote by mail, you should apply now. You can learn more about your eligibility, application, and instructions on our website here.

Additionally, whether you moved recently or not, we recommend verifying your voter registration status. You can learn more about voter registration on our website here.

In addition to the demands of the upcoming election year, we're already laying the groundwork for the 2025 legislative session. We're excited to kick off our campaign to make Online Voter Registration a reality in Texas! We invite you to join us in this important endeavor by making a donation here.

Thank you for your continued support and dedication to our democracy.

Regards,

The League of Women Voters of Texas is working tirelessly to advocate for all Texans this election season and beyond. Donate today to support our mission of empowering voters and defending democracy!

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Your Texas League in Action

The 2024 Primary Election is Coming Up on March 5th!

Over the next two months, the League of Women Voters of Texas will be in high gear providing helpful, truthful election information, including key dates, how to apply for and fill out a vote by mail ballot, where to vote, how to spot mis- and disinformation, and more. Also, be on the lookout for our nonpartisan Voters Guides, which will be available in print (see below on how to place an order), pdf versions in multiple languages on our website, and online at VOTE411.org in an interactive version that allows you to enter your address, compare candidates, and print out your choices to take with you to the polls.

Here are the key dates for the 2024 Primary Election:

Feb. 5th- Last day to register to vote or change your address
Feb. 20th-First day to vote early in person
Feb. 23rd-Last day to apply for a vote-by-mail ballot
Mar. 1st-Last day to vote early in person
Mar. 5th-Election Day and vote-by-mail ballot receipt deadline

For more information about the 2024 Primary Election and voting in Texas, visit our website here, or visit VOTE411.org.

Follow us on Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube for educational posts and videos, as well as critical voting deadlines and updates.

*Your vote by mail application must be renewed annually, so don't forget to apply for your vote by mail ballot if you plan to vote by mail this year. Find more info here. Also, if you moved or changed your name, you need to update your voter registration!

Last Chance to Order Your Voters Guides- Deadline to Order is Jan. 8th!

The League is gearing up to publish its Voters Guide for the 2024 Primary Election that takes place March 5th, 2023. Many elections are decided in the primaries, so this election is critical. In this edition of our Voters Guide, we share candidate's answers to a slate of questions so voters can know where candidates stand on the issues that matter most to them and head to the polls with confidence.

Please fill out the order form and submit it to us by Jan. 8th. We aim to ship orders around Feb. 5th.

Local Leagues in Action

LWV Williamson County

Photo credit: League of Women Voters Williamson County Facebook page. members of LWV Williamson County visited Jarrell High School and gave their First Vote voter education presentation and registered 19 new voters. Read more here.

LWV Wichita Falls

Photo credit: League of Women Voters - Wichita Falls, TX Facebook page. LWV Wichita Falls celebrated the holidays at Sixth Street Winery and had a special visit from the big man himself - Santa Claus! Read more here.

LWV Amarillo

Photo credit: Amarillo League of Women Voters Facebook page. LWV Amarillo hosted a meeting for new members at Palace Coffee Company. Read more here.

LWV Austin Area

Photo credit: League of Women Voters Austin Area Facebook page. LWV Austin threw a fun holiday party for new members, complete with Bingo. Read more here.

Take Action!

There are many ways to have your voice heard by elected officials and policy makers. Visit the LWVUS Take Action page here to take action on League priorities today.

Defend Equal Access to the Ballot- Urge Your Representatives to Prevent Voter Discrimination and Support the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.
Protect Our Youth From Climate Change- Urge your Members of Congress to cosponsor the Children’s Fundamental Rights and Recovery Resolution to address climate change and protect our youth’s futures!
Support the Expansion of Voting Rights- Please add your name to show Congress that we support voting rights!
Encourage Democrats and Republicans to Work Together for the Vote- Tell Democrats and Republicans to work together on voting rights.
Tell Congress That Equality Belongs in the Constitution- Contact Congress to ensure that the ERA is published.
Root Out Dark Money- Encourage your representatives to support the DISCLOSE Act.

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Austin Texas, 78701
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