Texas, nicknamed “The Lone Star State,” is bordered by New Mexico, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas and Mexico. It was the 28th state to be admitted to the Union. While Austin is Texas’ capital, the city of Houston is the largest city in Texas. The southern state is the second most populous and the second largest state in the United States.
Texas has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of 38 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 31 members of the State Senate and 150 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/21*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | | Oct 25th |
To register to vote in Texas, an applicant must be a United States citizen, a resident of the county in which he or she is registering, and at least 17 years and 10 months old.
The deadline to register to vote is 30 days before the election. Prospective voters can request a postage-paid voter registration form online or complete the form online and return it to the county voter registrar. Applications are also available at a variety of locations including the county voter registrar’s office, the secretary of state’s office, libraries, and high schools. Voter registration certificates are mailed to newly registered voters.
New Mexico, nicknamed “The Land of Enchantment,” is of the “Four Corners” states. It was the 47th state admitted into the Union and achieved statehood in 1912. The largest city is Albuquerque, however, the state capital is Santa Fe.
New Mexico has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of three members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 42 members of the State Senate and 70 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/8*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | Oct 08th | Oct 08th |
To register to vote in New Mexico, each applicant must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of New Mexico, and at least 18 years old by the time of the next election. People convicted of a felony are eligible to vote after their prison time is completed, even if they are still on probation, parole, or another form of supervised release. Individuals who have been declared mentally incapacitated may not register to vote.
Potential New Mexico voters who were not registered automatically may use the New Mexico voter registration form or national voter registration form to register. Completed registration materials may be mailed or delivered by hand to election officials. First-time applicants by mail must attach a valid form of identification to their registration materials. Registration can also be completed online.
A landlocked state, Colorado was named after the Colorado River and is one of the four states that comprise the “Four Corners.” The capital and most populous city in the state is Denver. Colorado is known for its diverse landscapes consisting of the Rocky Mountains, forests, plateaus, plains and rivers.
Colorado has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of eight members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 65 members of the House of Representatives and 35 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/21*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | Nov 05th | Nov 05th |
In Colorado, an individual can register to vote if he or she is at least 16 years old and will be 18 by Election Day. A voter must be a citizen of the United States who has lived in Colorado at least 22 days prior to Election Day.
Colorado voters can register to vote through Election Day. However, in order to automatically receive a mail-in ballot, a voter must register at least eight days prior to Election Day. A voter can register online or submit a form in person or by fax, email, or mail.
Wyoming, nicknamed “The Equality State,” is bordered by Montana, Idaho, Utah, Colorado, Nebraska and South Dakota. It became the 44th state when it was admitted to the Union in 1890. Cheyenne is the state’s capital and also the most populous city.
Wyoming has two members of the U.S. Senate, one member of the U.S. House of Representatives, 31 members of the State Senate and 62 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/8*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 04th | | Oct 21st |
To vote in Wyoming, one must be a United States citizen, a resident of Wyoming, and at least 18 years of age.
The registration deadline is 15 days before the election. There are three ways to register to vote in Wyoming. One may register in person at the office of the county or town clerk. One may also mail the completed form to the county clerk. Voters can also register at the polls on Election Day.
Montana, also known as “The Treasure State” and “Big Sky Country,” is bordered by North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming, Idaho and Canada. It was the 41st state to be admitted to the Union. Although Helena is the state’s capital, Billings is the largest city in Montana. Montana is a large tourist hub for attractions like Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Park and the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument.
Montana has two members of the U.S. Senate, two members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 50 members of the State Senate and 100 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/7*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | | Oct 07th |
To register to vote in Montana, each applicant must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of Montana for at least 30 days prior to the election, and at least 18 years old by the day of the election. People serving a felony sentence in a penal institution and those who have been declared by a court to be of unsound mind are not eligible to vote.
Citizens can register to vote in person by completing a registration application at their county election office. They can register by mailing the application to their county election administrator or submitting it when applying for or renewing a driver’s license or state ID. Citizens may also register to vote at their county election offices, certain designated locations, or at their designated polling location on Election Day.
Utah, nicknamed “The Beehive State,” is bordered by Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, Arizona and Nevada. It was the 45th state to be admitted to the Union. Salt Lake City is the state’s capital and largest city.
Utah has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of 4 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 29 members of the State Senate and 75 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/22*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | Oct 25th | Oct 25th |
To register to vote in Utah, an applicant must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of Utah for at least 30 days prior to the election, and at least 18 years old by the next general election. Pre-registration is available for 16- and 17-year-olds. 17-year-olds may vote in primary elections if they will turn 18 by the general election. Registration can be completed online or by mailing in a form. The deadline to register online or by mail is 11 days before Election Day. After this deadline, voters may register in person at a vote center by casting a provisional ballot and providing two forms of identification.
Arizona is the 48th and last contiguous state admitted into the Union. Located in the southwestern United States and one of the four states that comprise the “Four Corners,” Arizona is the sixth most extensive and the 16th most populous of the fifty states. Its capital and largest city is Phoenix and the second largest city is Tucson.
Arizona has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of nine members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 30 members of the State Senate and 60 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/9*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 07th | Oct 07th | Oct 07th |
To vote in Arizona, one must be a citizen of the United States and a resident of an Arizona county. A voter must be 18 years or older on or before Election Day.
To be eligible to vote in an election one must register at least 29 days prior to the election. Individuals can register online, in person at the county recorder's office, or by mail.
Nevada gained statehood in October 1864, one of two states to join the Union during the Civil War. The state had three electoral votes through 1980. The population of the Silver State has more than tripled since 1980, including 35% growth between 2000 and 2010, bringing its number of electoral votes to six.
Although Republicans were dominant from the late 60s to late 80s, this influx of population has put Nevada squarely into the battleground state category. In 2016, Hillary Clinton beat Donald Trump by a margin of 48% to 46%. That year and 1976 were the only two times since 1912 that Nevadans had sided with the candidate that did not win the presidency. In 2020, Joe Biden won by about 2.5% over Trump.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/19*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | Nov 05th | Oct 08th |
To register to vote in Nevada, each applicant must be must a citizen of the United States, a resident of Nevada for at least 30 days before the election, and at least 18 years old by the day of the election. Seventeen-year-olds can preregister to vote. Anyone who has been declared mentally incompetent by a court may not register to vote. A voter registration application can be completed in person at the county clerk’s office, the Department of Motor Vehicles, other social service agencies, or college campuses. In-person registration must be completed 28 days before regular elections; registration forms submitted by mail must be postmarked by the same day. Online applications must be submitted by the Thursday before regular elections.
Bordering the Pacific Ocean, Oregon, Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, California is located on the West Coast of the United States. The state’s capital is Sacramento.
California is governed as a republic, with three branches of government — the executive branch consisting of the governor and other independently elected constitutional officers, the legislative branch consisting of the State Assembly and State Senate, and the judicial branch consisting of the Supreme Court of California and lower courts. California has two members of the U.S. Senate and a total of 52 members of the U.S. House of Representatives. There are 40 members of the State Senate and 80 members of the State Assembly.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/8*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 21st | Oct 21st | Oct 21st |
To vote in California, an individual must be a U.S. citizen and California resident. A voter must be at least 18 years of age on Election Day. Pre-registration is available at 16 years of age. Pre-registration automatically registers voters when they turn 18.
On October 10, 2015, California Governor Jerry Brown (D) signed into law Assembly Bill No. 1461, also known as the New Motor Voter Act. The legislation, which took effect in 2016, authorized automatic voter registration in California for any individuals who visit the Department of Motor Vehicles to acquire or renew a driver's license.
Oregon, nicknamed “The Beaver State,” is bordered by Washington, California, Nevada, Idaho and the Pacific Ocean. Oregon is the 33rd state to be admitted into the Union. While Salem is the state’s capital, Portland is the state’s most populated city.
Oregon has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of six members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 30 members of the State Senate and 60 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/16*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 15th | Oct 15th | Oct 15th |
To register to vote in Oregon, one must be a resident of Oregon, a United States citizen, and at least 16 years old. Voters must be at least 18 years old by the day of the election in order to receive a ballot. Potential voters can register online or by mailing in a voter registration form to your county election office. The deadline to register is 21 days before the election.
Idaho, located in the Pacific Northwest, was the 43rd state admitted into the Union. It is landlocked by Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Utah, Montana, Wyoming and British Columbia. Idaho is nicknamed the “Gem State.” The capital is located in Boise, which is in the southeast region of the state.
Idaho has two members of the U.S. Senate, two members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 70 members of the House of Representatives and 35 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/21*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 05th | | Oct 11th |
To register to vote in Idaho, one must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of the Idaho county in which he or she is registering for at least 30 days before the election, and at least 18 years old.
Registration in advance of election day may be completed online, in person at the county clerk's office, or by mail. Registration forms must be completed and postmarked at least 25 days prior to the election.
According to the secretary of state's website:
“ If you register to vote after July 1, 2023 and your residence address does not match the record on your driver’s license, you must provide one of the following documents to your county elections office or at the polls in order to complete the registration process.
[Current photo ID from the list below] with correct residence address
Current proof of insurance
Deed of trust, mortgage, lease or rental agreement
A property tax assessment, bill, or receipt
A utility bill, excluding a cellular telephone bill
A bank or credit card statement
A paystub, paycheck, or government-issued check
An intake document from a residential care or assisted living facility
Enrollment papers issued for the current school year by a high school, or an accredited institution of higher education located within the state of Idaho.
A communication on letterhead from a public or private social service agency registered with the secretary of state verifying the applicant is homeless and attesting to the applicant’s residence for registration purposes.
”
Same-day voter registration is available in Idaho.
Washington, nicknamed “The Evergreen State,” is bordered by Oregon, Idaho, Canada and the Pacific Ocean. The state is named after George Washington, the first President of the United States. It was the 42nd state to be admitted to the Union. While Olympia is the state’s capital, the city of Seattle is the state’s most populated city.
Washington has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of ten members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 49 members of the State Senate and 98 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/18*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Aug 06th | Jul 29th | Jul 29th |
To vote in Washington, one must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of the state, and at least 18 years of age.
One may register to vote online, by mail, or in-person at a county elections department. Registration must be completed eight days in advance if done by mail or online. In-person registration is available through Election Day.
In 2018, Washington lawmakers enacted legislation providing for same-day voter registration and automatic voter registration.
Nicknamed “the Pine Tree State,” Maine is located in the New England region of the Northeastern United States. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, New Hampshire, Quebec and New Brunswick. Maine is home to Acadia National Park.
The Constitution of Maine is the basic governing document of the state of Maine. It structures Maine’s state government and is composed of three equal branches — the executive, legislative and judicial branches. Maine has two members of the U.S. Senate, two members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 151 members of the House of Representatives and 35 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts ~10/6*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | Oct 15th | Oct 15th |
To register to vote in Maine, one must be "a United States citizen, at least 16 years of age to pre-register to vote, and have established a fixed principal home in Maine. To vote in a Referendum or General Election, you must be registered in the community where you reside, and be at least 18 years of age. A 17 year old may vote in a Primary Election, if that person will be 18 by the General Election."
Voters can return completed registration cards in person or by mail to their town office or city hall, any Motor Vehicle branch office, most state & federal social service agencies, or a voter registration drive. There is no deadline for voter registration if completed in person. If registering by mail, the deadline is 21 days prior to the election.[1]
When registering for the first time in Maine, voters must provide documents verifying their identity and residence. The following documents are acceptable identification for the purpose of registering to vote:
• Government ID with a photo (i.e. driver’s license, State ID, valid U.S. Passport, military ID, ID card issued by a federally recognized Indian tribe)
• Government ID without photo (i.e. certified birth certificate or signed Social Security card)
•Other official document showing the name and address of voter (i.e. eligibility for public benefits, utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck)
• Student photo ID from a state-approved public or private school or institute of higher education in Maine
• Maine driver’s license number or last four digits of Social Security Number
New Hampshire is located in the Northeastern, also known as New England, region of the United States. The state is bordered by Massachusetts, Vermont, Maine, Quebec and the Atlantic Ocean. It is nicknamed “The Granite State.”
New Hampshire has two members of the U.S. Senate, two members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 400 members of the House of Representatives and 24 members of the State Senate.
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | | Nov 05th |
To register to vote in New Hampshire, each applicant must be a citizen of the United States, an inhabitant of New Hampshire, and at least 18 years old by the next election. Individuals may register to vote at the local clerk's office, with the community's supervisors of the checklist or registrar of voters, or at the polling place on the day of the election. Applicants must fill out a voter registration form and either show proof of identity and citizenship or sign an affidavit witnessed by an election official. Absentee registration is allowed for those who are “unable to register in person because of physical disability, religious beliefs, military service, or because of temporary absence.” Absentee registration requires mailing a voter registration form and witnessed absentee voter registration affidavit to the local clerk.[1]
Vermont, nicknamed “The Green Mountain State,” is bordered by New Hampshire, Massachusetts, New York and Canada. It became the 14th state admitted to the Union in 1791. While Montpelier is Vermont’s capital, the city of Burlington is the largest city in Vermont.
Vermont has two members of the U.S. Senate, one member of the U.S. House of Representatives, 30 members of the State Senate and 150 members of the House of Representatives.
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | Nov 05th | Nov 05th |
A United States citizen and state resident who is at least 18 years of age may register to vote in Vermont. The registrant must take the "Voter's Oath," which is included on the voter registration form.
According to the secretary of state's website, "Beginning January 1, 2017, eligible persons may register to vote on any day up to and including the day of the election. Registration is available during all normal business hours of your town or city clerk's office on days preceding the election and during polling hours on Election Day."
The state of Massachusetts, also known as “The Bay State,” is located in the northeast region of the United States. The Massachusetts Constitution was ratified in 1780 while the Revolutionary War was in progress and eight years before the current United States Constitution was ratified. The state constitution is one of the oldest written constitutions that has remained in continuous effect.
Massachusetts has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of nine members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 160 members of the House of Representatives and 40 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/19*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 26th | Oct 26th | Oct 26th |
To vote in Massachusetts, one must be a United States citizen, a resident of Massachusetts, and at least 18 years old on or before Election Day.
The deadline for registration is 10 days prior to the election. A voter can register online, by mail, or in person at any registration office or the Registry of Motor Vehicles. A form of identification is required to register. The following are acceptable forms of identification:
• Valid driver's license
• State-issued identification card
• Current utility bill
• Bank statement
• Paystub
• Government-issued check
• Any other government document displaying the voter's name and address
New York, nicknamed “The Empire State,” is located in the Northeastern region of the United States and borders Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Vermont. New York City is the state’s largest and highest populated city in the United States. The state capital, however, is Albany.
New York has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of 26 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 63 members of the State Senate and 150 members of the State Assembly.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/26*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 26th | Oct 26th | Oct 26th |
To vote in New York, one must be a United States citizen, a resident of the county, city, or village for at least 30 days prior to the election, and at least 18 years old by the date of the election. People who are in prison for a felony conviction and those who have been declared mentally incompetent by a court are ineligible to register to vote. One cannot register to vote in New York while claiming the right to vote elsewhere. Registration applications are available at the county board of elections or any agency-based voter registration center. Forms are also available online, or prospective voters can request the form by mail. Completed forms returned by mail must be postmarked at least 25 days prior to the election. The form must then be received by election officials at least 20 days before the election. A registration done in person must be completed at least 25 days prior to the election. Residents may also register to vote online through the DMV Electronic Voter Registration Application. These applications are forwarded to the board of elections; applicants should allow up to six weeks for processing.
New York also offers a conditional type of voter registration, which requires the use of an affidavit or provisional ballot. This type of registration is available until ten days prior to Election Day. Once election officials verify the information provided, the voter's registration is confirmed and their ballot is counted.
Connecticut, named after the Connecticut River, is known as “the Constitution State.” Similar to Rhode Island, Connecticut does not have county government. Connecticut county governments were mostly eliminated in 1960. The eastern state shares a local form of government with the rest of New England called “the New England town.
Connecticut has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of five members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 151 members of the House of Representatives and 36 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/21*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | Oct 29th | Oct 29th |
To vote in Connecticut, one must be a U.S. citizen and Connecticut resident who will be at least 18 years old before Election Day.
Registration applications can be submitted online or completed via paper forms. Same-day registration is available in Connecticut, but must be completed at designated election-day registration locations in each town.
Rhode Island is bordered by Massachusetts, Connecticut and the Atlantic Ocean. It is the smallest state in the United States and was the thirteenth state to be admitted to he Union. Rhode Island was the first of The Thirteen Colonies to announce independence from British rule.
Rhode Island has two members of the U.S. Senate, two members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 38 members of the State Senate and 75 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/16*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 16th | Oct 16th | Oct 16th |
To register to vote in Rhode Island, an applicant must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of Rhode Island, and at least 16 years old. To voter, one must be at least 18 years old by Election Day. Applicants can register online, by mailing in a voter registration form, or in person at the local board of canvassers or other state agencies such as the Department of Motor Vehicles, Department of Human Services, or the Department of Mental Health.
New Jersey, nicknamed “The Garden State,” borders New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware and the Atlantic Ocean. It was admitted to the Union in 1787.
New Jersey government is composed of three branches: the executive, headed by the Governor of New Jersey, the legislative, and the judicial, headed by the New Jersey Supreme Court. It has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of 12 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 80 members of the General Assembly and 40 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/26*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 15th | Oct 15th | Oct 15th |
To register to vote in New Jersey, each applicant must be a citizen of the United States and a resident of the county in which they are registering for at least 30 days prior to the election. Seventeen-year-olds may register to vote, although they may not vote until they have turned 18. Individuals serving a felony sentence or on probation or parole because of a felony may not register to vote. The voter registration deadline is 21 days before the next election. Registration applications can be downloaded from the state website and mailed to the county commissioner of registration or superintendent of elections.
Registration applications are also available at various county offices and state agencies, such as the Division of Elections and Division of Motor Vehicle offices.
Pennsylvania, nicknamed “The Keystone State” and “The Quaker State,” is bordered by Maryland, Delaware, Ohio, West Virginia, New York, New Jersey, Lake Erie and Canada. The eastern state was the second state admitted to the Union. While Harrisburg is the state’s capital, Philadelphia is the state’s most populated city.
Pennsylvania has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of 17 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 50 members of the State Senate and 203 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts Between 9/16 – 9/30*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 21st | Oct 21st | Oct 21st |
To register to vote in Pennsylvania, an applicant must be a citizen of the United States for at least one month before the next election, a resident of the district in which he or she is registering for at least 30 days before the next election, and at least 18 years old by the day of the next election.The deadline for registering to vote is 15 days before the election.
Registration can be done online, in person, or by mail. Prospective voters can register in person at the county voter registration office or at a number of state agencies, including Pennsylvania Department of Transportation centers. The Pennsylvania voter registration application is available online and can be mailed to the county voter registration office. 1On September 19, 2023, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) announced that the state had implemented automatic voter registration.
The state of Delaware borders the Atlantic Ocean, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. It is the second smallest of the 50 United States and is divided into three counties. Delaware was one of the thirteen colonies and the first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution. It is aptly nicknamed “the First State.”
Delaware has two members of the U.S. Senate, one member of the U.S. House of Representatives, 41 members of the House of Representatives and 21 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/25*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 12th | Oct 12th | Oct 12th |
To vote in Delaware, an individual must meet the following requirements:
• The individual must be a United States citizen.
• The individual must be a resident of Delaware.
• The individual must be 18 years of age by Election Day.
• The individual must be mentally competent.
The individual must not be under a felony sentence or convicted of a disqualifying felony.
According to the Delaware Department of Elections, "The voter registration deadline is the 4th Saturday before a Primary and General Election. Voter registration applications submitted via the voter portal, ivote.de.gov, by the deadline, or received by mail by the Department and postmarked by the deadline, will be considered to be submitted by the deadline."
The state of Maryland borders Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., Pennsylvania, Delaware and the Atlantic Ocean. It is nicknamed the “Old Line State” and was admitted to the U.S. in 1788.
The Maryland Constitution is the basic governing document of the state. Maryland has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of eight members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 141 members of the House of Delegates and 47 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/24*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | Oct 15th | Oct 15th |
According to the Maryland State Board of Elections, to register to vote in Maryland, one must be a United States citizen and Maryland resident who is at least 16 years old. Although a 16-year-old can register to vote, he or she cannot vote in an election unless he or she will be 18 at the time of the next general election (i.e., 17-year-olds are permitted to vote in primary elections, so long as they'll be 18 by the time of the corresponding general election).
Maryland allows same-day voter registration during the early voting period and on Election Day.
Voters may register online, by mail, or in person at one of the following locations:
• Local board of elections
• The State Board of Elections
• Local Department of Health office
• Maryland Department of Human Services local offices
• Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) offices
• Local Area Agency on Aging offices
• MTA Paratransit Certification Office
• All public institutions of higher education
• Recruitment offices of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Marriage license offices
• Offices for students with disabilities at all Maryland colleges and universities
Virginia, officially known as the “Commonwealth of Virginia” and nicknamed “The Old Dominion State,” is bordered by Maryland, North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, West Virginia, Washington, D.C. and the Atlantic Ocean. While Richmond is the state’s capital, the city of Virginia Beach is the state’s most populated city.
Virginia has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of 11 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 40 members of the State Senate and 100 members of the House of Delegates.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 9/20*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | Oct 15th | Oct 15th |
To vote in Virginia, one must be a United States citizen, a resident of Virginia, and at least 18 years of age.
Registration can be completed online, in person at a local voter registration office, or by mail. Voters can also register at the following locations:
• State or local government offices when applying or re-certifying for Aid to Dependent Children, • Food Stamps, WIC, Medicaid, or Rehabilitation Services
• Government offices in the state that provide state-funded programs primarily engaged in providing services to persons with disabilities
• Armed forces recruitment offices
• Public libraries
• Virginia Department of Elections office
• Department of Motor Vehicles offices
• Voter registration drives
West Virginia, nicknamed “The Mountain State,” is bordered by Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Maryland. It was the 35th state to be admitted to the Union. West Virginia’s capital and largest city is Charleston.
West Virginia has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of two members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 34 members of the State Senate and 100 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/23*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 15th | Oct 15th | Oct 15th |
To vote in West Virginia, one must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of West Virginia, and at least 18 years of age.
The registration deadline is 21 days prior to an election. One may register to vote by submitting a form by mail to his or her county clerk's office or the Secretary of State's Office. Registration can be completed in person at the county clerk's office, the Secretary of State's office, the Department of Motor Vehicles, any public assistance office, any agency that serves people with disabilities, any marriage license office, or any military recruiting agency.
North Carolina, nicknamed the “Tar Heel State,” is bordered by Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and the Atlantic Ocean. Its capital is Raleigh, and its most populated city is Charlotte.
North Carolina has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of 14 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 50 members of the State Senate and 120 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/17*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 02nd | Oct 11th | Oct 11th |
To register to vote in North Carolina, each applicant must be a United States citizen and a resident of the county in which they are registering to vote for at least 30 days before the election. Applicants must be at least 18 years old by the time of the election. [1][2] The North Carolina voter registration application is available online. Voter registration applications must be received by the county board of elections at least 25 days before the election. Voter registration services are also provided by the following agencies:
• North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles
• Departments of Social Services (DSS)
• Departments of Public Health (WIC)
• Vocational rehabilitation offices
• Departments of Services for the Blind
• Departments of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
• Departments of Mental Health Services
• Employment Security Commission (ESC)
South Carolina, nicknamed “The Palmetto State,” is bordered by North Carolina, Georgia and the Atlantic Ocean. It was the eighth state to ratify the U.S. Constitution and to be admitted to the Union. While Columbia is South Carolina’s capital and largest city, Greenville is the state’s largest metropolitan area.
South Carolina has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of seven members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 46 members of the State Senate and 124 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/21*
Voter Registration Deadlines
Person | Online | Mail |
Oct 04th | Oct 06th | Oct 07th |
To register to vote in South Carolina, one must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of the county and precinct where he or she is registering, and at least 18 years old by Election Day. People who have been declared mentally incompetent by court order, are imprisoned, or are still serving a sentence for a felony conviction are ineligible to register to vote.
The deadline for registration is 30 days before the election. Prospective voters may register using one of the following methods:
• Online
• In person at the county board of elections or one of the following locations:
• Armed Forces Recruiting Stations
• Commission for the Blind
• Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services
• Department of Disabilities and Special Needs
• Department of Health and Environmental Control
• Department of Health and Human Services
• Department of Mental Health
• Department of Motor Vehicles
• Department of Social Services
• Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities
• Vocational Rehabilitation Department
Georgia borders the Atlantic Ocean, Florida, South Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee and North Carolina. The capital is Atlanta. It was named after King George II of Great Britain and was the fourth state to ratify the U.S. Constitution. Georgia is known as “the Peach State” and the “Empire State of the South.”
Georgia’s government includes legislative, executive and judicial branches. Executive authority in the state rests with the governor. Most of the executive officials who comprise the governor’s cabinet are elected rather than appointed by the governor. Georgia has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of fourteen members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 180 members of the House of Representatives and 56 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/15*
Voter Registration Deadlines
Person | Online | Mail |
Oct 07th | Oct 07th | Oct 07th |
To vote in Georgia, one must be a citizen of the United States and a legal resident of his or her county. The voter must be at least 17.5 years of age at the time of registration and 18 at the time of the election.
Registration must be completed at least 28 days prior to the election. Registration can be completed online, in person, or by mail.
Bordering the Gulf of Mexico, the Atlantic Ocean, Georgia and Alabama, Florida is nicknamed “the Sunshine State.” Although Florida’s capital is Tallahassee, its largest city is Jacksonville and the largest metropolitan area is Miami. It is home to the longest coastline in the continental U.S.
The basic structure, duties, function and operations are defined and established by the Florida Constitution. Florida has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of 28 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 120 members of the House of Representatives and 40 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/26*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 07th | Oct 07th | Oct 07th |
To vote in Florida, one must be at least 18 years of age, a citizen of the United States, and a legal resident of Florida and the county in which he or she intends to vote. Pre-registration is available beginning at 16 years of age.
Voters may retrieve registration applications at the following locations:
• Local elections offices
• Public assistance agencies
• Disability services agencies
• Independent living centers
• Military recruitment offices
• Public libraries
A registration form is also available online. The form can be printed and submitted via mail.
The Alabama Constitution was ratified in 1901. At more than 800 amendments and 310,000 words, it is the world’s longest constitution. It is said to be approximately forty times the length of the U.S. Constitution. Also known as “the Heart of Dixie,” Alabama’s capital is Montgomery, but its largest city by population is Birmingham.
Alabama has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of seven members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 35 members of the State Senate and 105 members of the House of Representatives.
*No Absentee Ballots/Early Voting*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 21st | Oct 21st | Oct 21st |
Alabama requires that an applicant be a citizen of the United States who resides in Alabama. A voter must be at least 18 years old on or before Election Day. A citizen cannot have been barred from registering due to a felony conviction and cannot have been declared mentally incompetent by a court.
Voters cannot register during the 14-day period preceding an election. A citizen can register to vote at the following locations:
• License branches
• State or local government offices
• Public libraries
• Military recruiting stations
• County boards of registrars
Prospective voters may also mail in a registration form.
Tennessee, nicknamed “The Volunteer State” borders Kentucky, North Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas and Missouri. It was admitted to the Union in 1796 as the 16th state. While Tennessee’s capital and second largest city is Nashville, the largest city in the Tennessee is Memphis.
Tennessee has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of nine members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 33 members of the State Senate and 99 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/16*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 07th | Oct 07th | Oct 07th |
To register to vote in Tennessee, an applicant must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of Tennessee, and at least 18 years old by the day of the next election.
Prospective voters can register online, by mailing a voter registration application to the county election commission, or in person at a variety of locations including the county clerk’s office, the county election commission office, public libraries, and numerous state agencies. Registration must be completed 30 days before an election.
Kentucky is officially known as the “Commonwealth of Kentucky.” It was the 15th state to achieve statehood. Kentucky has two major cities: Louisville and Lexington. The state is nicknamed “the Bluegrass State” because of its vast pastures.
Kentucky has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of six members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 100 members of the House of Representatives and 38 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/31*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 07th | Oct 07th | Oct 07th |
In order to vote in Kentucky, one must be a citizen of the United States and a resident of the state for at least 28 days before Election Day. A voter must be at least 18 years old by Election Day.[1]
Registration must be completed 28 days prior to the election. Registration can be completed by submitting a form by mail or at one of the following locations:
• County clerk's offices
• License branches
• Social service agencies
• Military recruitment offices
• High schools (for students and staff)
Ohio, nicknamed “The Buckeye State,” is bordered by Indiana, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Michigan, Kentucky and Canada. The state capital and largest city is Columbus.
Ohio has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of 15 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 33 members of the State Senate and 99 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/8*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 07th | Oct 07th | Oct 07th |
To register to vote in Ohio, an applicant must be a United States citizen, a resident of Ohio for at least 30 days before the election, and at least 18 years old by the day of the election. Individuals who are incarcerated for a felony conviction, have been declared by a court to be incompetent for voting purposes, or have been permanently disenfranchised may not register to vote.
Applicants may register to vote online, in person, or by mail. The Ohio Voter Registration and Information Update Form is available online and can be requested by mail. In-person voter registration is available at various locations including the secretary of state and board of elections offices, Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles offices, public libraries and high schools, and other state agencies. A full list of locations is available here.
The deadline to register to vote is 30 days before the next election. An Ohio driver’s license number, state ID card number, or the last four digits of a SSN is required in order to register to vote or update a voter registration.
Michigan is located in the Great Lakes region of the Midwestern United States. It was admitted to the Union in 1837 as the 26th state. The state capital is Lansing. However, Detroit is Michigan’s largest city.
Michigan has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of 13 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 110 members of the House of Representatives and 38 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/26*
Voter Registration Deadlines
Person | Online | Mail |
Nov 04th | Oct 21st | Oct 21st |
To vote in Michigan, you must be a United States citizen and a resident of your city or township for at least 30 days. Voters must be at least 18 years old by Election Day.
Voters may register to vote online, by mail, or in person at clerk's offices in their county, city, or township or at a state department branch office at least 15 days before an election.
Same-day registration is available on Election Day and during the 14 days prior. "Individuals who register to vote within the 14-day period immediately preceding an election must appear in person at their city or township clerk’s office and provide proof of residency." Acceptable documents for proving residency include:
• Michigan driver’s license or State ID card
• Current utility bill
• Bank statement
• Paycheck or government check
• Other government document
The government of Indiana consists of three branches–the judicial, the legislative and the executive branches. The state government was first formed in December 1816 when it replaced the government of the Indiana Territory. In 1851, a new constitution was adopted by the state.
Indiana has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of nine members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 100 members of the House of Representatives and 50 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/8*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 07th | Oct 07th | Oct 07th |
To register to vote in Indiana, an individual must be a U.S. citizen who has resided in the precinct in which the individual will be voting for at least 30 days preceding the next election. The individual must be at least 18 years old by the time of the next general or municipal election. Proof of residence is required to register. Registration can be completed online, by mail, or in person. The deadline to register to vote is 29 days before the next election.
Prospective voters can register in person at the following locations:
• a Bureau of Motor Vehicles (“BMV”) license branch while applying for or renewing a driver’s license, permit, or identification card;
• a public assistance office while applying for services;
• certain agencies serving persons with disabilities while applying for assistance;
• armed forces recruitment agencies;
• county voter registration offices and the Indiana Election Division; and
• unemployment compensation offices while applying for services.
Mississippi, also called “The Magnolia State,” was admitted to the U.S. in 1817. The state was originally named after the Mississippi River. Its capital and largest city is Jackson. The state is one of only five states that elects its state officials in odd numbered years.
Mississippi has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of four members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 122 members of the House of Representatives and 52 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 9/23*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 07th | | Oct 07th |
To register in Mississippi, prospective voters must be United States citizens, residents of their county in Mississippi for at least 30 days, and at least 18 years old by Election Day.
Registration applications must be submitted by mail or in person to the local circuit clerk’s office at least 30 days before an election. Mailed applications must be postmarked by this date.
Illinois, also known as the “Land of Lincoln,” is located in the midwest region of the United States. The capital of Illinois is Springfield. However, its largest city is Chicago.
llinois has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of 17 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 118 members of the state House of Representatives, and 59 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 9/26*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | Oct 20th | Oct 08th |
To register to vote in Illinois, a person must be a U.S. citizen, a resident of an Illinois precinct for at least 30 days prior to election day, and at least 18 years old by election day. A 17-year-old may vote in a primary if he or she will be 18 years old at the subsequent general election. Preregistration is available starting at age 16.
Regular registration closes during the period beginning 27 days prior to an election and ending two days after the election. Online registration closes 16 days prior to an election. Grace period registration is available in person through election day at certain locations.
Prospective voters can register online, by mail, or at any of the following locations:
• County Clerk's Office
• Board of Election Commissioner's Office
• City and Village Offices
• Township Offices
• Precinct Committeeman
• Schools
• Public Libraries
• Military Recruitment Offices
Two forms of identification are required to register in person, one of which must display the voter's current address.
Louisiana, also known as the “Pelican State,” is located in the southern region of the United States. Louisiana’s capital is Baton Rouge. However, its largest city is New Orleans.
Louisiana has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of six members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 105 members of the House of Representatives and 39 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/18*
Voter Registration Deadlines
Person | Online | Mail |
Oct 07th | Oct 15th | Oct 07th |
To vote in Louisiana, one must be a United States citizen who resides in the state and parish in which he or she registers. A voter must be at least 18 years old by Election Day.
Registration completed via mail or in person must occur at least 30 days before Election Day. Registration completed online must occur at least 20 days before Election Day. Registrants must present a valid form of identification to register. Pre-registration is available beginning at age 16.
Voters may register in person at any Registrar of Voters office or any of the following places:
• Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles
• Louisiana Department of Social Services
• WIC offices
• Food stamp offices
• Medicaid offices
• Offices and agencies serving people with disabilities
• Military recruitment offices
Arkansas is located in the southern United States and was admitted into the Union on June 15, 1836 as the 25th state. In the United States, it is the 32nd most populous state. The capital and most populous city of Arkansas is Little Rock, located in the central portion of the state.
Arkansas has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of four members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 35 members of the State Senate and 100 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/21*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 07th | | Oct 07th |
To vote in Arkansas, one must be a citizen of the United States and a resident of Arkansas. A voter must be 18 years of age or older on or before Election Day.
Registration must be completed no later than 30 days before the election in which a voter wishes to participate. Citizens must complete and submit a voter registration application to their county clerk or other authorized voter registration agency. Applications may be obtained at the following locations:
• County clerk's office
• The Arkansas Secretary of State Elections Division:
• Local revenue or DMV office
• Public library
• Public assistance agency
• Disability agency
• Military recruitment office
• Voter registration drive
• Online
Missouri, also called “The Show Me State,” is located in the Midwestern region of the United States. The capital is Jefferson City. The state was first acquired from France in the Louisiana Purchase.
The Constitution of Missouri was adopted in 1945. Missouri has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of eight members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 163 members of the House of Representatives and 34 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 9/24*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 09th | Oct 09th | Oct 09th |
To vote in Missouri, one must be 18 years old, a United States citizen, and Missouri resident. An applicant may print an application, pick one up from a county clerk's office, or request that an application be mailed. The completed application must be returned by mail. All returned applications must be postmarked at least 27 days prior to Election Day in order to be processed. An applicant may also register to vote online.
Iowa, a Midwestern state, is landlocked by the Mississippi River, the Missouri River, Wisconsin, Illinois, South Dakota, Missouri, Nebraska and Minnesota. It is nicknamed “the Hawkeye State” and is the 30th most populous of the 50 United States. Iowa’s capital and largest city is Des Moines.
Iowa has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of four members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 50 members of the State Senate and 100 members of the Iowa House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/16*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 21st | Oct 21st | Oct 21st |
To vote in Iowa, one must be a United States citizen, a resident of Iowa, and at least 18 years old by Election Day. The deadline to register is 15 days prior to the election. Iowans may register online or by completing a form and returning to their county auditor’s office by mail or in person. Registration is permitted on Election Day with proof of identification.
Minnesota, also known as “The North Star State” or the “Land of 10,000 Lakes,” is located in the Midwestern region of the United States. It achieved statehood in 1858 and was the 32nd state admitted to the Union.
Minnesota has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of eight members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 134 members of the House of Representatives and 67 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 9/20*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | Oct 15th | Oct 15th |
Voter pre-registration is available in Minnesota beginning at age 16. An individual must be 18 years old on Election Day in order to vote. To register to vote in Minnesota, an individual must be a United States citizen who has resided in the state for the 20-day period preceding the election.
An individual must register to vote at least 21 days before Election Day or on Election Day at a polling place. An individual may register to vote by completing a registration application and submitting it by mail or in-person to a local election official. An individual can also register online. To register at a polling place on Election Day, an individual must present valid identification.
The Minnesota voter registration application includes an option to join a permanent absentee voter list, which means the voter will automatically be sent an absentee/mail-in ballot for every election.
Wisconsin, nicknamed “The Badger State,” is bordered by Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Lake Michigan and Lake Superior. It was the 30th state to be admitted to the Union. While Madison is the state’s capital, Milwaukee is the state’s largest city.
Wisconsin has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of eight members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 33 members of the State Senate and 99 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/22*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | Oct 16th | Oct 16th |
To register to vote in Wisconsin, one must be a citizen of the United States and a resident of Wisconsin for at least 28 days prior to the election. A voter must be at least 18 years of age by Election Day.
Prospective voters can register online or by mailing a form to their municipal clerk. If registering by mail, the application must be postmarked no later than 20 days before the election. In-person registration must be completed by 5 p.m. on the Friday before Election Day. Prospective voters can also register in person at their municipal clerk's office up until the Friday before the election or at their polling place on Election Day. (Same-day voter registration requires proof of residency.)
Oklahoma, nicknamed “The Sooner State,” is bordered by Texas, Arkansas, Colorado, Missouri, Kansas and New Mexico. The state capital and largest city is Oklahoma City. Oklahoma’s state name originates from the Choctaw words “okla” and “humma,” meaning “red people.”
Oklahoma has two members of the U.S. Senate, a total of five members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 48 members of the State Senate and 101 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/30*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 11th | Oct 11th | Oct 11th |
To vote in Oklahoma, one must be at least 18 years old, a United States citizen, and a resident of Oklahoma.
The deadline for registration is 25 days prior to the election.
You can fill out a Voter Registration Application using the OK Voter Portal "wizard." (Be sure to print, sign, and mail or hand-deliver the application to your County Election Board to complete the process.) Voter registration applications are also available at your County Election Board, most tag agencies, post offices, and libraries and can be downloaded from the State Election Board website.
Kansas, a Midwestern state, was admitted to the Union in 1861. It is named after the Kansa Native American tribe. The state is one of the most agriculturally productive in the United States and is nicknamed the “Sunflower State.”
Kansas has two members of the U.S. Senate, four members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 125 members of the House of Representatives and 40 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/16*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 15th | Oct 15th | Oct 15th |
To vote in Kansas, one must be a citizen of the United States and a resident of Kansas. In order to register, an individual must be least 18 years old before the next election. Voters must register at least 21 days prior to Election Day. Registration can be done by completing and returning an application, either in person or by mail. Registration may also be completed online.
Nebraska is located in the Midwestern region of the United States. It’s largest city is Omaha and its capital is Lincoln. Nebraska has two members of the U.S. Senate, three members of the U.S. House of Representatives, and 100 members in its unicameral State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/7*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 25th | Oct 25th | Oct 25th |
To register to vote in Nebraska, each applicant must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of the Nebraska county in which they are registering, and at least 18 years old by the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. Citizens are eligible to register to vote on January 1 of the year they will turn 18 before the November general election. People convicted of a felony are ineligible to register to vote until two years after the terms of their sentence have been completed, and individuals who have been declared mentally incompetent by a court are ineligible to register to vote. A voter registration application can be completed in person at the county clerk or election commissioner's office, the Department of Motor Vehicles, or other state agencies. In-person registration must be completed by the third Friday preceding the election if completed at the DMV or other state agencies. In-person registration at county election offices must be completed by 6 p.m. on the second Friday before the election. Applications returned by mail must be postmarked by the third Friday before the election. Online applications must be submitted by midnight on the third Friday before the election.
South Dakota, nicknamed “The Mount Rushmore State,” is bordered by Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Nebraska, Montana and Wyoming. It was the 40th state admitted to the Union. While Pierre is South Dakota’s capital, Sioux Falls is South Dakota’s largest city.
South Dakota has two members of the U.S. Senate, one member of the U.S. House of Representatives, 35 members of the State Senate and 70 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 9/20*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 21st | | Oct 21st |
To register to vote in South Dakota, an applicant must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of South Dakota, and at least 18 years old by the day of the next election.
The deadline to register to vote is 15 days before the next election. To register, an applicant may submit a voter registration form to the county auditor. Prospective voters can also register in person at the county auditor's office, driver's license stations, certain public assistance agencies, or military recruitment offices.
North Dakota, nicknamed “The Peace Garden State,” borders Minnesota, South Dakota, Montana and the Canadian provinces of Saskatchewan and Manitoba. It was the 39th state admitted into the Union. Although North Dakota’s capital is Bismarck, the largest city in North Dakota is Fargo.
North Dakota has two members of the U.S. Senate, one member of the U.S. House of Representatives, 47 members of the State Senate and 94 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 9/26*
Voter Registration Deadlines
North Dakota is the only state that does not require voter registration.[1][2]
Although North Dakota was one of the first states to adopt voter registration prior to the turn of the century, it abolished it in 1951. It is also worth noting that North Dakota law still provides cities with the ability to register voters for city elections. North Dakota is a rural state and its communities maintain close ties and networks. North Dakota's system of voting, and lack of voter registration, is rooted in its rural character by providing small precincts. Establishing relatively small precincts is intended to ensure that election boards know the voters who come to the polls to vote on Election Day and can easily detect those who should not be voting in the precinct.
Alaska is the largest state in the U.S. by area and the only U.S. state that borders two foreign countries and two oceans: Russia, Canada, the Arctic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. It is among the least populated states in the U.S. and most of its 730,000+ residents populate the city of Anchorage and not its capital, Juneau. In addition, Alaska is dominated by the fishing, oil and natural gas industries.
Alaska has two members of the U.S. Senate, one member of the U.S. House of Representatives, 20 members of the State Senate and 40 members of the House of Representatives.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/21*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Oct 05th | Oct 05th | Oct 05th |
To register to vote in Alaska, each applicant must be a citizen of the United States, a resident of Alaska, and at least 18 years of age or within 90 days of his or her 18th birthday. An individual convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude may not register to vote until his or her voting rights have been restored. If registered to vote in another state, applicants must be willing to cancel that registration in order to vote in Alaska. To vote in Alaska, registered voters must be at least 18 years old and have been a resident of the state and election district for at least 30 days.
Prospective voters can register online, with a paper form, or in person at a Division of Elections Office or a voter registration agency. The deadline to register is 30 days before an election.
If submitting an application form by mail, fax, or email, the applicant must provide one of the following forms of identification either with his or her application or when voting for the first time:
• Current and valid photo identification
• Driver’s license
• Passport
• State identification card
• Birth certificate
The state of Hawaii is surrounded entirely by the Pacific Ocean. It is composed of eight primary islands. Hawaii was the last state to join the Union and is one of only two U.S. states that do not observe daylight saving time.
As codified in the Constitution of Hawaii, there are three branches of government: executive, legislative and judicial. Hawaii has two members of the U.S. Senate, two members of the U.S. House of Representatives, 51 members of the House of Representatives and 25 members of the State Senate.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/22*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | Nov 05th | Oct 28th |
To register to vote in Hawaii, one must be a United States citizen, a resident of the state, and at least 18 years old. Pre-registration is available beginning at age 16. The deadline to register to vote is 30 days before an election. Registration can be completed in the following ways:
Online: Visit olvr.hawaii.gov. You must have a current Hawaii Driver’s License or State ID to complete an application online.
Mail: Print & submit a completed Voter Registration Application to your Clerk’s Office.
In-person: Visit the Office of Elections or your Clerk’s Office to submit an application in person.
Applications are available at any of the following locations:
• County Elections Divisions
• Clerk’s Offices
• State Libraries
• U.S. Post Offices
• Most State Agencies
• Satellite City Halls
Same day voter registration is available at voter service centers, to register and vote in-person, beginning 10 days prior and through election day. Once you are registered, you do not need to re-register for another election unless your residence address, mailing address, or name changes.Hawaii adopted same-day registration in 2014; implementation occurred in 2018.
Washington, D.C., is the capital of the United States. The city’s population was 689,545 as of 2020, according to the United States Census Bureau.
In accordance with the U.S. Constitution Article I, Section 8, Clause 17, the city is not part of a state.
*Absentee Ballots/Early Voting Starts 10/28*
Voter Registration Deadlines
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Nov 05th | Oct 15th | Oct 15th |
To vote in the District of Columbia, you must:
•Be a United States citizen
•Be a resident of the District of Columbia •Maintain residency in the District of Columbia for at least 30
days prior to the election in which you intend to vote
•Not claim voting residence or the right to vote in another U.S. State, territory, or country
•Be at least 17 years old* •Not have been found by a court to be legally incompetent to vote