Texas restaurants offering freebies, deals for 'I voted' stickers

Are you voting in the U.S. general election? The civic duty has more perks beyond its role in democracy. In case you need another reason to visit the polls (we won't judge), some Texas eateries are offering food deals.

It's against the law to give rewards of any kind for voting when federal candidates are on the ballot. Such "giveaways" have been made illegal by the Federal Election Commission since 1948. Ben & Jerry's, Starbucks and Krispy Kreme were forced to adjust their promotions during the 2008 election, according to Eater.

Despite this law, several brands throughout the country have found loopholes. First, smaller and/or local businesses have lower chances of being noticed by the federal government and, therefore, are unlikely to face repercussions. Regardless, other eateries have skirted the law by simply changing the wording used in relation to their giveaways. Several advertise deals for those "wearing a sticker." By leaving out the implied sticker type — the "I Voted" sticker — these businesses avoid penalties.

So, which eateries offer deals to those "wearing a sticker"? Here's a list.

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The pizzeria, which has locations in Austin and Houston, will "swap" customers' "I voted" stickers for a free slice of pizza from Oct. 21st through Nov. 5th.

Click here to find a Home Slice Pizza near you.

Now, through Election Day, anyone with an "I voted" sticker can receive a free donut from Mochinut.

Click here to find a Mochinut near you.

Now through Nov. 5th, Amy's Ice Creams is offering a free topping or 'crush'n' treat to those who bring an "I voted" sticker to any location.

Click here to find an Amy's Ice Creams near you.

Anyone with an "I voted" sticker can enjoy a free eight-ounce coffee from Soup Peddler through November 5th.

Click here to find a Soup Peddler near you.

Customers who use the code "ivoted" on the Shack app or show an "I voted" sticker while ordering can receive free fries with any purchase.

Click here to find a Shake Shack near you.

Customers receive $2 off meals at Joe's Baker & Coffee Shop in Austin when they bring their "I voted" stickers.

Customers who come to any location with an "I voted" sticker on Nov. 5th will get a free pancake. Those who participate in early voting are encouraged to keep their stickers and bring them in on Election Day.

Click here to find a Kerbey Lane Cafe near you.

Anyone 21 years or older can enjoy a free beer by bringing their "I voted" stickers to either Austin Beerworks location on Election Day.

Click here to find an Austin Beerworks near you.

Voters who bring in their “I voted” stickers can get $1 off a coffee, beer, or Hop Water at either St. Elmo location. The promo runs until Nov. 1 and comes back on Election Day.

Click here to find a St. Elmo location near you