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2026 Election Information
Richards ISD will hold a General Election on November 3, 2026 for Board of Trustees At Large Places 1, 2, 3, and 4 to serve a three-year term. Eligibility requirements for public office are prescribed in Texas Election Code Section 141.001, Subchapter A (Election Code).
 
 
Important Dates
 
July
  • July 18 – First Day to File for Candidacy (packets available at RISD Central Office beginning July 17)
  • July 20 - First Day to File for Write-In Candidacy 
 
August
  • August 17 – Last Day to File for Candidacy
  • Monday, August 17 at 5:00PM - Last Day to File for a Place on the General Election Ballot
  • Aug. 21 – Last Day to File for Write-In Candidacy

 
October
  • Oct. 5 – Last Day to Register to Vote

  • Oct. 19 – First Day of Early Voting

  • Oct. 30 – Last Day of Early Voting

 
November
  • Election Day