PRESS RELEASE: Mailing of Voter Registration Certificates Delayed
for immediate release on January 9, 2026 by Austin County Election Official – Kim Rinn
The Austin County Election Department, along with counties across the state, are diligently
working with the Texas Secretary of State’s office to mail out renewal voter registration
certificates for 2026-2027. Due to the state’s redevelopment of the voter registration system,
delays have occurred.
As required by Section 14.001 of the Texas Election Code, the voter registrar is required to
issue renewal voter registration certificates on or after November 15 and before December 6
of each odd-numbered year.
Austin County Elections Department does not have a timeline when voter certificates will be
mailed out. While this delay is unexpected, voters remain fully registered and no action is
required on their part. Our priority is ensuring that every voter has what they need to
participate with confidence. Voters who have completed the registration process are officially
registered, even if their physical card has not yet been delivered. As a reminder, an acceptable
registration certificate to vote. Voters may confirm their registration status at any time through
Austin County Election office at 979-865-8633, Option 2.
“Please be assured as we approach a very busy election year that our priorities include an
accurate voter roll and election integrity,” said Kim Rinn County Election Official.
