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ON-SCREEN-TEXT “FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS…”
QUESTION: Am I registered to vote?
ANSWER: You can check with your state election officials online. You can also check your status as a registered voter by checking the nonpartisan website.
ON-SCREEN-TEXT “CANIVOTE.ORG”
ANSWER: Use the dropdown menu to select the state where you’re registered to vote. Once you enter the relevant information, it will tell you whether your registration status is active.
QUESTION: How do I register to vote? I have limited transportation – do I have to register in person?
ANSWER: States vary in voter registration process. Some states allows online registration. Some states do not.
ON-SCREEN-TEXT “VOTE.GOV”
ANSWER: This neutral website will let you know whether or not your state allows online voter registration. Follow the necessary steps and you’ll find out where to register. The website will tell you if your state allows online registration and you can begin the process right there. If your state does not permit online registration, it’ll tell you where to register or allow you to download a PDF to mail. Most states, that do not have online registration, may have the registration available as a PDF for you to download to print before mailing. Those states that have PDFs available will allow you to print from their website — easy.
QUESTION: I voted in the last election, can I vote again this year?
ANSWER: Yes, you can still vote! You become an inactive voter if you have not voted in the past two consecutive federal elections; you must have voted specifically for the President, Senate, or the House in the past two elections. You also become inactive if you haven’t returned the verification post cards from your state election officials. You can double check your status as an active voter by checking the nonpartisan website.
ON-SCREEN-TEXT “CANIVOTE.ORG”
ANSWER: Once you enter the relevant information, it will tell you whether your registration status is “active” or “inactive.” If your registration is not active, go ahead and register.
QUESTION: I voted in a different state at the last election, is it okay to register in a different state for this year?
ANSWER: If you moved to a different state, you’ll need to re-register in your new state. At least you may be able to do it online!
QUESTION: Where do I go to vote?
ANSWER: You can find your polling place by entering your address on your state’s voter lookup page. You can also find your polling place by checking the nonpartisan website.
ON-SCREEN-TEXT “CANIVOTE.ORG”
ANSWER: Click the “find your polling place” icon on the home page then use the dropdown menu to select the state. Once you enter your address, it will tell you your designated polling place. You can’t just go to any polling place, you must go to where you are assigned. Make sure you know your polling place’s hours as each place vary. Don’t want you to miss your chance to vote!
QUESTION: Do I need to show ID?
ANSWER: ID requirements vary from state to state. You can check your state’s requirements on its website. You can also use the nonpartisan website to find out your state’s ID requirements.
ON-SCREEN-TEXT “CANIVOTE.ORG”
ANSWER: Click the “valid forms of ID” icon on the home page. However, it’s a good idea to bring your ID just in case.
QUESTION: What is an absentee ballot for?
ANSWER: An absentee ballot is a vote cast by someone who is unable to attend the official polling place in person. Suppose you are out of town or have a conflict on election day, you can request an absentee ballot in advance. If you need to request an absentee ballot, the procedures vary from state to state. You can find out your state’s requirements by checking the nonpartisan website.
ON-SCREEN-TEXT “VOTE.ORG”
QUESTION: I’ve never voted before, how do I vote on Nov. 6th?
ANSWER: First, before anything, you must register to vote by your state’s deadline. You can check your state’s registration deadline online.
ON-SCREEN-TEXT “VOTE.ORG”
ANSWER: Then, when you arrive at the polling place on Nov. 6th, you will wait in line then be directed to a table where volunteers will ask for your name. They will cross your name off a list and give you your ballot, some ballots may be electronic. You will then go to a voting booth to cast your vote. There will be instructions, on the paper ballot or on the voting machine. Once you are done, you will get a “I Voted!” sticker.
QUESTION: I can’t miss work to vote, what do I do?
ANSWER: Your right to vote during work time depends on what your state law says since it varies from state to state. You can check to see if you can get an absentee ballot or vote early. You can find out what the law is in your state here: www.workplacefairness.org/voting-rights-time-off-work.
ON-SCREEN-TEXT “WORKPLACEFAIRNESS.ORG”
ANSWER: Some states allow you to vote during work hours, check first.
QUESTION: Do all polling places have interpreters?
ANSWER: The Department of Justice (DOJ) guidelines for Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) state that “to ensure that voters with disabilities can fully participate in the election process, officials must provide appropriate auxiliary aids and services at each stage of the process, from registering to vote to casting a ballot” and “officials must give primary consideration to the request of the voter.” For instance, this includes visual instructions at the polling place. Or a person who uses ASL and is not able to access the written English questions on the ballot may request a Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI). You must request auxiliary aids and services in advance by contacting your state election officials. You can search for the officials’ contact information, click “election official directory”.
ON-SCREEN-TEXT “NASS.ORG/CAN-I-VOTE”
ANSWER: From there, you will find the phone number and email to request services.
QUESTION: I am living in a state that is different from my current driver’s license (i.e. college student), should I register to vote in this state or where my driver’s license is?
ANSWER: If you have two addresses, like a college or temporary work address in addition to your home address you can submit an absentee ballot if you are still registered in your home state. Or you can change your voter registration to your current address. You can’t have two different voter registrations.
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