04.18.24 | Advocacy and Action, Peace with Justice
As we approach the 2024 Primary Elections, lead your congregations to the polls using the information and resources below. Keep an eye out for a D.C. Primary Elections voting guide to be published soon!
HOW TO LEAD YOUR CONGREGATION TO THE POLLS
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Prepare and educate your congregation about the upcoming primary elections by including upcoming voting deadlines and information in your service, as well as encouraging them to make a plan to vote
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Provide transportation services to members to get to the polls during Early Voting days and/or Election Day
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Organize an activity or rally to get your members to the polls if your church is near a voting site
MARYLAND VOTING INFORMATION
Voter Registration
Use the links below to register to vote:
- Online Registration
- The last day to register to vote using the online application is Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024.
- Instructions to Register by Mail
- Voter registrations being mailed must be postmarked by April 23, 2024.
- Instructions to Register In-Person
- At the Polls
- You can register the same day you vote. Make sure to bring a document that proves where you live when you visit your local polling place.
Vote by Mail
Step 1: Request a mail-in ballot via mail or fax.
- Your request must be received (not just mailed) or submitted online by May 7, 2024.
- After you submit this form, you will receive your ballot about 35-45 days before the election.
Step 2: Keep an eye on your mailbox for your ballot
Step 3: Once you have received and filled out your ballot, mail in or drop off your ballot
- Mail-In Your Ballot: Your mail-in ballot must be postmarked by or before 8 pm on May 14, 2024, for it to be delivered in time to be counted.
- Drop Off Your Ballot: When you receive your ballot in the mail, a list of drop-off boxes will also be included. You can also drop off your ballot at your local board of elections by 8 pm on May 14th, 2024.
Vote in Person
Make a plan for when and where you will vote
Early Voting
- Starts on Thursday, May 2nd, 2024
- Ends on Thursday, May 9th, 2024
- Polling sites are open from 7am to 8pm
- Find an Early Voting Location
Election Day
- Tuesday, May 14th, 2024
- Polling sites are open from 7am to 8pm
- Find Your Polling Location
Click Here for the MD Primary Voting Dates & Deadlines
WEST VIRGINIA VOTING INFORMATION
Voter Registration
Use the links below to register to vote:
- Online Registration
- The last day to register to vote using the online application is Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024.
- Instructions to Register by Mail
- Voter registrations being mailed must be postmarked by April 23, 2024.
- Instructions to Register In Person
- The last day to register to vote in person is Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024.
Vote by Mail
Step 1: Request a mail-in ballot
- You must meet one of the eligibility requirements to receive an absentee ballot.
- Your request must be received (not just postmarked) or submitted online by Wednesday, May 8, 2024.
Step 2: Keep an eye on your mailbox for your ballot
Step 3: Once you have received and filled out your ballot, mail in or drop off your ballot
- Mail-In Your Ballot: return the ballot to the County Clerk in the appropriate envelopes as soon as possible
- If your first-time voting will be absentee by mail, you must send a copy of one of the forms of valid ID with your ballot.
- Absentee ballots without a postmark must be received by Wednesday, May 15, 2024
- Absentee ballots with a postmark must be postmarked by May 14th, 2024.
- Drop Off Your Ballot: Drop off your ballot at your County Clerk by May 13th, 2024.
Vote in Person
Make a plan for when and where you will vote
Early Voting
- Starts on Wednesday, May 1, 2024
- Ends on Saturday, May 11, 2024
- Voters may vote an early ballot at the county courthouse, an annex, or a designated community voting location during normal business hours
- Contact your County Clerk to confirm Early Voting hours and locations
Election Day
- Tuesday, May 14th, 2024
- Find Your Polling Location