As Election Day approaches on November 5, here’s everything you need to know about voting in Pennsylvania. If you need guides for other states, just click here.
Do I Need to Register to Vote?
Yes, registering to vote is necessary in Pennsylvania. You can verify your voter registration status online using your name or driver’s license/DOT ID.
How Can I Register?
Registration can be done online, via mail, or in person at your county election office, as well as at Penn DOT and various government agencies. To be eligible, you must be a U.S. citizen for at least one month before the election, a resident of Pennsylvania for at least 30 days, and at least 18 years old on Election Day.
What is the Registration Deadline?
The registration deadline is 15 days before the election, which is October 21.
How Do I Find My Polling Site?
You can locate your polling place by entering your address into a tool on the Pennsylvania Department of State website.
Can I Vote by Mail?
Yes, all registered voters in Pennsylvania can request a mail-in ballot. You may apply online, in person, or by mail, but ensure your application reaches your county election office by 5 p.m. on October 29.
When is the Last Time I Can Submit My Ballot?
Polling stations will be open on Election Day until 8 p.m. If you’re returning your mail-in or absentee ballot, it must be received by 8 p.m. on November 5; a postmark by that time is not enough.
Can I Track My Ballot?
You can track your mail-in or absentee ballot through a tool available on the Pennsylvania Department of State website.
What If I Need Assistance to Get to My Polling Site?
If you’re unable to reach your polling location on Election Day due to illness, disability, work, or travel, you can apply for an absentee ballot. Additionally, voters with disabilities can request to mark their mail-in or absentee ballot electronically using an accessible remote ballot-marking solution.
Where Can I Find Election Results?
YSL News will provide live updates on presidential, congressional, and statewide race results here.
