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Plan to cut polling sites in Tarrant County draws protests as Senate race looms
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· August 31, 2026
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Key points More than 200 polling locations would still be available under the proposal. Voters in a large Texas county may face fewer options for casting ballots.
Voters in a large Texas county may face fewer options for casting ballots. A proposal to reduce polling sites is set for a vote, prompting concerns from Democrats about potential confusion. County officials believe the plan will help conserve resources by closing sites with low turnout.
More than 200 polling locations would still be available under the proposal. The county is a significant area in an upcoming U.S. Senate race.
Further details about the proposal and its potential impact are available, including reactions from candidates involved in the Senate race.
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Category: government Published: August 31, 2026 Source: NBC DFW Reading time: 1 min
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