How do I register to vote in a local election?

You can register there or you may be able to register online, at the Department of Motor Vehicles, or using the National Mail Voter Registration Form. Your election office may send you a voter registration card listing your polling place. On Election Day, that’s where you’ll go. When you get there, you may need to show an ID to vote.

What are the different languages available for voter registration forms?

The National Mail Voter Registration Form is available in 14 languages plus English. You must print, complete, sign, and mail the form to the location listed for your state. The form comes in. Arabic. Bengali. French. Haitian Creole. Hindi.

How do I find a list of registered voters in Washington?

The Secretary of State’s Office maintains one statewide list of voters that serves as the official list of registered voters for Washington. In January 2002, the Secretary of State asked the Legislature to authorize the creation of a statewide voter registration database. The Legislature and Governor approved the request.

Why does the state have one voter registration list?

Prior to the launch of the statewide voter registration database, the 39 county elections departments maintained separate voter registration lists, which resulted in many duplicate registrations. The development of one statewide list allows the Secretary of State’s Office to combine this data.

What were the results of the 2014 election?

The 2014 United States elections were held on Tuesday, November 4, 2014, in the middle of Democratic President Barack Obama ‘s second term. Republicans retained control of the House of Representatives and won control of the Senate . Republicans won a net gain of nine Senate seats, the largest Senate gain for either party since the 1980 elections.

When is the deadline to register to vote?

Depending on your state, the registration deadline could be as much as a month before an election. Check the U.S. Vote Foundation to find your state’s deadline for registering. You can also check your state or territory’s election office for more details. If you’re getting ready to vote for the first time, this short video can help.

Where can I get a copy of my voter registration form?

All states except New Hampshire, Wyoming, and North Dakota accept it. If you need the form mailed to you, contact your state or local election office website. Many states also have their own form you can use instead of the national form. Access it from your state or local election office website.