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Everything You Need To Know To Vote In PA

Pennsylvania, it's time to vote. 

A sample ballot.

A sample ballot.

Photo Credit: York County Board of Elections

What's on the ballot?

Aside from the national race for president between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, there are races for U.S. Senate, incumbent Democrat Bob Casey, and Republican David McCormick are the major party candidates. The U.S. House will have 17 incumbents seeking reelection. Additionally, multiple candidates are vying for the positions of Pennsylvania attorney general, auditor general, and treasurer. The specific candidates that appear on your ballot will depend on where you live. 

What to bring?

For various reasons, you may be asked to show proof of your identity and/or address. You may want to bring a government-issued ID, a bill or bank statement, or a student ID. Click here to read the state's full policy. 

Haven't voted in the last few elections?

If you have not voted for two consecutive federal election cycles you voter registration has been marked as inactive, but you can still vote but you'll have to sign a form confirming your eligibility when go to your assigned polling location.

Moved?

If you moved within the same county in PA more than 30 days ago but haven’t yet updated your registration, you can still vote at the polling place for your previous home address. If you moved outside of the county go to the polling place for your new address and fill out a form to update your voter registration address. 

Click here to read more about the State Department's guidelines for "If You Moved".

Still have your mail-in ballot?

You can also drop a mail ballot at your county's board of elections office, a satellite location, or in an official drop box (if the county where you are registered to vote has that option). Click here to find a drop box near you.

When and where to vote?

Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. You can click here to find your polling place.

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