As Election Day approaches on November 5, here’s your comprehensive guide for everything you need to know about voting in Tennessee. For information on voting in other states, click here.
Do I need to register to vote?
If you haven’t registered yet, you must do so in order to vote in Tennessee.
How can I register?
You can register to vote online, download a registration form to mail to your local election office, or register in person when you visit the Departments of Health, Human Services, Safety, Veterans Affairs, or other designated state services. You may also obtain paper forms from county election offices, county clerk offices, public libraries, and register of deeds offices. For more information, visit the Secretary of State’s website.
What is the registration deadline?
The deadline to register to vote for the 2024 general elections is October 7.
How do I find my polling location?
You can locate your polling place by visiting this online portal or using a mobile app.
Is mail-in voting an option?
You may qualify for an absentee ballot if you’re over 60, will be away from your home county during early voting and on Election Day, are hospitalized or disabled, attend college out of town, or reside in a nursing home. For more information and to see the complete list of eligibility requirements, check this page. Remember, you must apply for an absentee ballot by October 29.
When is the latest I can submit my ballot?
Your absentee ballot must reach your local election office by the close of polls on Election Day.
Can I track my ballot?
You can monitor the status of your absentee ballot using this online portal.
What if I need assistance getting to my polling location?
If you have a health condition or disability that makes it difficult to reach the polling place, you may be eligible to request an absentee ballot.
Where can I find election results?
YSL News will provide live updates on presidential, congressional, and statewide race results here.
