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Early voting for the March primary ends Friday. Here’s what Irving residents need to know

Find out what times the polls are open, where they are and what will be on ballots in Irving.

Updated at 9:16 a.m. Friday, Feb. 21 to include early voting locations for Irving.

Early voting ahead of the March 3 primary election is underway in Irving.

Here’s what you need to know to take part in early voting through Friday, Feb. 28, or to cast your ballot on Super Tuesday, March 3, as well as who will be on ballots in Irving.

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Am I registered?

The last day to register to vote in the March 3 primaries was Feb. 3. Find out whether you’re registered and check other important dates on VoteTexas.gov, which is run by the office of Texas Secretary of State Ruth Hughs.

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Feb. 3 was also the deadline for voters to change the address on their voter registration. Voters who move to a new county must submit a new voter registration application.

Can I vote in both party primaries?

No. Texas has semi-open primaries, meaning you can vote in whichever primary you want and you don’t have to register as a Republican or Democrat. But you do have to vote in the same party’s primary if a race goes to a May 26 runoff.

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Where do I vote?

Eligible voters can vote at any of these early voting locations in Dallas County. There are three in Irving:

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  • Northlake College, 5001 N. MacArthur Blvd.
  • Bear Creek Community Church, 2700 Finley Road
  • Irving City Hall, 825 W. Irving Blvd.

You can also find the March 3 voting center closest to you by visiting the Dallas County elections website.

What hours are the polls open in Dallas County?

The hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Feb. 24-28 and March 3.

What’s on the ballot?

President: On the Republican side, President Donald Trump faces six challengers including former Massachusetts Gov. Bill Weld. Former Illinois congressman Joe Walsh suspended his campaign after the Iowa caucuses but will still be on the ballot.

Major contenders for the Democrats are former Vice President Joe Biden; Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders; Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren; former South Bend, Ind., Mayor Pete Buttigieg; Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar; and businessmen Mike Bloomberg and Tom Steyer.

U.S. Senate: Sen. John Cornyn faces four little-known challengers on the Republican side.

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Democrats will be sorting out 12 candidates, including former congressional candidate MJ Hegar of Round Rock, state Sen. Royce West of Dallas, labor activist Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez of Austin, former Houston City Council member Amanda Edwards, onetime U.S. Rep Chris Bell of Houston and former Texas People’s Campaign co-chairwoman Sema Hernandez of Pasadena.

U.S. House: A robust field of Republicans and Democrats are seeking to replace outgoing GOP Rep. Kenny Marchant in what’s likely to be a highly competitive race for the 24th Congressional District.

On the Republican side are former Irving Mayor Beth Van Duyne, businessman and veteran Desi Maes, realtor Jeron Liverman, property manager David Fegan and realtor Sunny Chaparala.

Democratic candidates include retired Air Force Col. Kim Olson, accountant Jan McDowell, college prep tutor Candace Valenzuela, scientist John Biggan and tax adviser Richard Fleming.

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In Congressional District 33, incumbent Rep. Marc Veasey is facing one Democratic challenger, community activist Sean Paul Segura.

Texas House: Most of the Texas House incumbents who represent Irving don’t have competitive primaries this year, but in District 103, Republican Jerry Fortenberry hopes to defeat Sherry Lee Mecom and once again take on Rep. Rafael Anchia, D-Dallas.

Dallas County sheriff: Sheriff Marian Brown is facing two Democratic challengers: former constable Roy Williams Jr. and Shahid Mohamad.

What will my ballot look like?

To see more races on your ballot, including judges, constables and propositions, type in your address on The Dallas Morning News voter guide.

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What do I need to vote?

You will need to present one of these seven approved forms of identification:

  • Texas driver's license issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety
  • Texas election identification certificate issued by DPS
  • Texas personal identification card issued by DPS
  • Texas handgun license issued by DPS
  • U.S. military identification card containing your photograph
  • U.S. citizenship certificate containing your photograph
  • U.S. passport (book or card)

If you don't have one of these, you may vote if you sign a declaration at the polls that explains why you are "reasonably unable to obtain" one and also bring a copy of or original one of these pieces of supporting documentation:

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  • Government document that shows your name and address, including your voter registration certificate
  • Current utility bill
  • Bank statement
  • Government check
  • Paycheck
  • A certified domestic (from a U.S. state or territory) birth certificate or a document confirming birth admissible in a court of law that establishes your identity (which may include a foreign birth document)

What are some other rules at polling places?

Wearing political T-shirts, buttons, hats or other apparel is illegal and punishable as a Class C misdemeanor. Read more about what could get you in trouble at the polls.

Still have questions?

Visit VoteTexas.gov or call 1-800-252-8683.

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North Texas Editor Jamie Hancock and Austin Bureau Chief Robert T. Garrett contributed to this story.