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Election Day 101: How to Prep Like a Boss!

Voting Rights

Voter registration information is important to know before you head to the polls to cast your ballot.

1. Check your voter registration status!

In all states (with the exception of Maine and Wyoming) voters can check their voter registration status online.

2. Register to vote!

Most states (with the exception of Texas, Maine, South Dakota, Wyoming, Mississippi, New Hampshire, Arkansas and Montana) allow online voter registration.

Visit vote.gov to register and to find additional information if your state does not allow online registration.

PS: Don’t leave it to the last minute! Many states require registration to be completed 30 days prior to election day.

3. Learn about early and absentee voting

Many states allow voting early in person or by mail-in absentee ballot. Some states allow any voter to vote early or absentee while other states have specific requirements.

Check out your state’s laws about early in-person and absentee voting.