Let this be your not-so-gentle reminder (and guide) to register to vote ahead of the 2024 presidential election. Here’s everything you need to get to the polls:
How to know if you’re eligible
You need to be 18 — although 16- and 17-year-olds can pre-register (they just won’t be allowed to vote until they’re 18).
You need to be a naturally born or naturalized US citizen (a person who was born in another country, but has lawfully become a US citizen) to vote.
Some sort of ID, like a state ID number or your SSN.
If you were previously convicted of a felony, your voting rights may vary from state to state. Check to see if you can vote in your state here.
How to re-register if you recently moved
This process can vary depending on where you live. If you moved addresses in the same state, you may need to submit a new voter registration form, you can do that here. If you moved to a new state, you’ll probably need to re-register in your new state. In some states, you may be eligible to register to vote right after moving. In others, you may need to wait or live in the state for a certain amount of time (30 days for some) before you can register to vote in the next election.
How to switch political party affiliation
If you want to switch to a new political party, you’ll need to re-submit your voter registration. Heads up, in general elections you can vote for whichever candidates you want regardless of which party you registered with.
PS: Register to vote here.
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