Welcome to LWVAA's Weekly VOTER
The Weekly VOTER is here to make sure everyone stays in the know about opportunities to empower voters and defend democracy in our community. Like what you see? Please share with your friends!
| Three ways to support democracy this week
- 📜 "The Constitution is clear: election administration is the responsibility of the states, not the executive branch." Watch LWVAA's Laura Ts'ao latest video: Can the President Cancel an Election? Read League of Women Voters Responds to Executive Order on Mail-In Voting and cheer on LWVUS as Voting Rights Groups Challenge Executive Order on Mail-In Ballots as Illegal Interference in Election.
- 🌱 Head to the Texas Nature & Clean Energy Summit on Tuesday, April 7, from ⏰8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Texas is growing fast, and the choices we make now will shape our land, water, and wildlife for generations. Leaders across conservation, energy, and wildlife are coming together to answer a critical question: how do we meet rising energy demand while protecting the places we love?
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League & community events this week
Apr 9:
LWV of Hays County - 🍷Support the League and drink wine -- attend the Wine Fundraiser
Friends of the LBJ Library - The State of the American Dream 🇺🇸 A conversation exploring Sargent Shriver’s legacy as the leader of LBJ's War on Poverty and the challenges of poverty and affordability in America today.
Apr 11:
Huston Tillotson University - 🌎 Earth Day Austin is the largest sustainability event in Central Texas. Thousands from the Austin Area and beyond will come to learn about conservation and sustainable solutions, celebrate our love for the environment, and get connected to the best and most innovative green businesses and organizations.
LBJ Library - 🏛️The Table Is Set: Celebrating Our New Look.- A full-day celebration for all ages. Visit the refreshed permanent exhibit and the library's newest exhibition, What We Bring to the Table: Tales of History and Home. Enjoy arts and crafts, live music, caricature artists, refreshments, special giveaways, and more.
| Speak up on issues that matter!
Congress continues to consider the suppressive SAVE Act suite of bills, which would require voters to present documentary proof of citizenship to register or vote.
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Empower voters and support democracy at your events!
🗣️ Request a speaker or voter registration table here.
| Make your plans to join us at the Friends and Family Spring Festival on April 25 from 1pm - 4pm.
🎶 Live music that doesn’t feel like a kids’ show
POV: You came for one song and somehow it’s been three hours.
Suzanna Choffel at 2:00 PM.
Lou Priest Trio bringing indie-folk vibes at 3:00 PM
All outside. All free.
Bring a blanket. Bring a friend. Bring that one person who always says Austin doesn’t feel like Austin anymore. We promise it will.
| Highlighted League & community events
Apr 18:
Travis County Parks Foundation - For the Love of Parks 2026 Held at Richard Moya Park, this free event features live music, outdoor play, family activities, and food trucks to celebrate county parks.
Keep Austin Beautiful Day - Join with others committed to community service throughout the Greater Austin Area in honor of Earth Month. We work together to remove litter and restore our beloved green spaces and waterways.
Apr 24:
May 1-2: KUT Festival at UT Austin - Celebrate the Austin community with live music, insightful speakers, and much more.
Learn about Upcoming Elections
Local Elections:
Thursday, April 2 - Last day to register to vote
Monday, April 20 - Application for a ballot by mail must be received by County
Monday, April 20 - Tuesday, April 28 - Early voting
Saturday, May 2 - Last day ballot by mail must be received by County
Saturday, May 2 - Election Day
Texas Primary Runoff Election:
Monday, April 27 - Last day to register to vote
Friday, May 15 - Application for a ballot by mail must be received by County
Monday, May 18 - Friday, May 22 - Early voting
Tuesday, May 26 - Last day ballot by mail must be received by County
Tuesday, May 26 - Election Day
| | This is the first in an occasional series exploring League membership. Have a question about your membership? Email Membership Chair Joyce Jackson. | Where do my dues go?
The League of Women Voters offers a "pay what you want" dues model that allows anyone to join or renew their membership for as little as $20. Your dues are split among the national League (LWVUS), the state League (LWV Texas), and your local League (LWVAA) to ensure sustained services and support throughout the organization:
- 20% of your dues go to LWVAA
- 47% of your dues go to LWV Texas
- 33% of your dues go to LWVUS
Want to put your dollars to work locally?
Donations to LWVAA empower and educate voters by connecting them to the vital, nonpartisan information they need to claim their voice in the democratic process. Instead of selecting a higher dues amount, add a separate donation to LWVAA when you join or renew; 100% of your donation will be put to work right here in the Austin area.
You can also use this link to make a donation to LWVAA outside of the join/renewal process. |  |
Are my dues tax-deductible?
The portion of your dues sent to LWVAA and LWV Texas are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law. The tax-deductible portions are identified in your join/renewal confirmation email, which can be used as a tax receipt.
Any donation to LWVAA will be used for local programs, and 100% of the donation will be eligible for a tax deduction.
Note that you cannot pay dues from Donor-Advised Funds or other accounts that must go entirely to 501(c)(3) organizations. However, you can continue to make donations to LWVAA from these accounts.
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