The Railroad Commission’s decisions affect every Texan in some way, whether you live next to oil and gas development or pay a gas utility bill. Members of the three-person commission are elected statewide, not regionally. One seat is up for election every two years, in even-numbered years. Commissioners serve staggered six-year terms, and there is no limit to the number of terms a commissioner can serve.
Monday, October 7th, 2024: Last day to register to vote
Monday, October 21st, 2024: First Day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance
Friday, October 25th, 2024: Last day to apply for ballot by mail
Friday, November 1st: Last day of Early Voting by Personal Appearance
Tuesday, November 5th, 2024: General Election Day/Last Day to Receive Ballot By Mail*
Find more key dates at the Secretary of State’s website.
*Tuesday, November 5, 2024 (Election Day) at 7:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is not postmarked, OR Wednesday, November 6, 2024 (next business day after Election Day) at 5:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7:00 p.m. at the location of the election on Election Day (unless overseas or military voter deadlines apply).
Learn more about the Railroad Commission and what you need to vote with our Voters Guide! The guide also comes with a worksheet you can use to reflect on how the candidates for Railroad Commissioner align with your values and your community needs.
Download the guide here!Commission Shift hosted Texas’s ONLY Railroad Commissioner Candidate Forum on Wednesday, October 16th. All candidates for the role of Railroad Commissioner were invited to participate, offering a unique opportunity for voters to hear directly from those racing to influence Texas’s energy landscape. Watch the recording here.
You can also watch a Spanish translated version of the forum here.
