Since 1874, Texans have commemorated the Battle of San Jacinto, but today it’s interrupting early voting.
In observance of San Jacinto Day, early voting locations throughout Texas are closed today. This state holiday, honors the landmark 1836 battle where General Sam Houston's forces defeated General Santa Anna. The triumph secured independence from Mexico and led to the formation of the Republic of Texas.
Although the Texas Election Code necessitates the closure of polling places for the holiday, functions like mail-in balloting and the majority of county departments are unaffected. Early voting for residents in North Texas is slated to start again tomorrow, April 22nd, and will run until April 28th.
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