Voter Registration Cards Delay by Redistricting

Hays County Courthouse, San Marcos, TX – Hays County Elections Administrator Joyce Cowan has announced that ongoing litigation regarding state redistricting plans has delayed the mailing of voter registration certificate renewals.

"Voters are expecting new voter registration cards to replace their blue cards, which expired Dec. 31, 2011," Cowan said. "However, until the federal courts finalize the Texas redistricting plans, the mailing is on hold."

Voters who had blue voter registration cards can expect their new yellow cards before the 2012 primary elections, which are not yet set. They will be valid through Dec. 31, 2013.

For questions about the renewal process or to register to vote, contact the Hays County Elections Department at 512-393-7310 or visit www.co.hays.tx.us/elections.

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The Hays County Courthouse is located at 111 E. San Antonio Street, on the square in San Marcos, TX. The new Hays County Government Center, home to many area County offices and the judicial courts, is located at 712 South Stagecoach Trail, San Marcos. See www.co.hays.tx.us for more information and directions.