{"id":72371,"date":"2025-11-04T10:25:36","date_gmt":"2025-11-04T16:25:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trta.org\/?p=72371"},"modified":"2025-11-04T10:25:36","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T16:25:36","slug":"election-day-is-today","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trta.org\/es\/election-day-is-today\/","title":{"rendered":"Election Day Is Today!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Texans will head to the polls today, November 4, 2025, to vote on 17 proposed amendments to the state constitution, as well as local elections in some communities. These measures cover topics ranging from property taxes and education funding to judicial reform and parental rights.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"null\"><strong>Why This Election Matters to TRTA Members<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>As members of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA), your vote helps protect the interests of retired educators and the future of public education.<\/p>\n<p>Every vote matters &#8211; especially when it comes to issues that affect current and future generations of Texas educators.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"null\"><strong>How to Find Voting Information<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>To prepare for the election, visit the official Texas voter portal: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.votetexas.gov\" target=\"_new\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.votetexas.gov\">VoteTexas.gov<\/a><\/strong><br \/>\nThere, you can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Check your voter registration status<\/li>\n<li>Find polling locations and hours<\/li>\n<li>Review sample ballots<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019ve moved or changed your name since the last election, make sure your voter registration information is up to date. Although the registration deadline was October 6, you can still verify your details online.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"null\"><strong>What\u2019s on the Ballot?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The November ballot includes 17 constitutional amendments passed by the Texas Legislature. Each requires a majority vote to become law.<\/p>\n<p>Here are a few trusted resources you can use to research the amendments:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.texastribune.org\/2025\/09\/22\/texas-statewide-propositions-november-ballot-election\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.texastribune.org\/2025\/09\/22\/texas-statewide-propositions-november-ballot-election\/\">Texas Tribune<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.texasstandard.org\/stories\/texas-constitutional-amendments-election-2025\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.texasstandard.org\/stories\/texas-constitutional-amendments-election-2025\/\">The Texas Standard<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vote411.org\/plan-your-vote\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.vote411.org\/plan-your-vote\">The Texas League of Women Voters<\/a> &#8211; provides summaries of state and local ballot items based on your address<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"null\"><strong>Make Your Voice Heard<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>TRTA encourages all members to participate in this important election. By staying informed and casting your vote, you help strengthen the voice of Texas retirees and protect the promises made to those who dedicated their careers to public service.<\/p>\n<p>Visit VoteTexas.gov and review the propositions so you can cast your ballot with confidence.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Texans will head to the polls today, November 4, 2025, to vote on 17 proposed amendments to the state constitution, as well as local elections in some communities. These measures cover topics ranging from property taxes and education funding to judicial reform and parental rights. 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